Coverage dated January 9, 2024

Amalija Knavs, mother of former first lady Melania Trump, dies

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Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has died, Trump confirmed on X Tuesday night.

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ABC 7 New York
Amalija Knavs, mother of former first lady Melania Trump, dies (opens ABC 7 New York)
Published Jan 9, 2024
ABC 7 New York's feed description
Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has died, Trump confirmed on X Tuesday night.
Minneapolis Star Tribune
Former first lady Melania Trump's mother, Amalija Knavs, has died (opens Minneapolis Star Tribune)
Published Jan 9, 2024
Minneapolis Star Tribune's feed description
Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has died.
NBC Los Angeles
Melania Trump's mother, Amalija Knavs, dies at 78 (opens NBC Los Angeles)
Published Jan 9, 2024
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The former first lady announced the death of her mother, a Slovenian immigrant and former textile factory worker, on Tuesday night in a social media post.
WTOP Washington DC
Amalija Knavs, mother of former first lady Melania Trump, dies at 78 (opens WTOP Washington DC)
Published Jan 9, 2024
WTOP Washington DC's feed description
Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has died, Melania Trump said on social media Tuesday evening. Knavs was 78.
NPR
Former first lady Melania Trump's mother has died (opens NPR)
Published Jan 9, 2024
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Trump described her mother, Amalija Knavs, as strong and graceful in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. Knavs, a native of Slovenia, became a U.S. citizen in 2018.
Sioux City Journal
Melania Trump's mother Amalija Knavs dies at 78: ‘We will miss her beyond measure’ (opens Sioux City Journal)
Published Jan 9, 2024
Sioux City Journal's feed description
Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has died, Trump posted late Tuesday on her social media accounts.
Politico
Amalija Knavs, mother of Melania Trump, dies at 78 (opens Politico)
Published Jan 9, 2024
Politico's feed description
The Slovenian immigrant became an American citizen during her son-in-law's presidency.
WMUR
Amalija Knavs, mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has died (opens WMUR)
Published Jan 9, 2024
WMUR's feed description
Former first lady Melania Trump announced the death of her mother, Amalija Knavs, late Tuesday without disclosing the cause.
Fox5 Atlanta
Melania Trump announces passing of 'beloved' mother: 'We will miss her beyond measure' (opens Fox5 Atlanta)
Published Jan 9, 2024
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Former first lady Melania Trump announced the passing of her mother, Amalija Knavs, on Tuesday.
Blaze Media
Melania Trump announces the death of her mother (opens Blaze Media)
Published Jan 9, 2024
Blaze Media's feed description
Former first lady Melania Trump announced that her mother has died. "It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of my beloved mother, Amalija. Amalija Knavs was a strong woman who always carried herself with grace, warmth, and dignity.
Newsweek
Former first lady Melania Trump announces passing of mother Amalija Knavs (opens Newsweek)
Published Jan 9, 2024
Newsweek's feed description
Former First Lady Melania Trump said the family will "will miss her beyond measure," in a social media post announcing her mother's death on Tuesday.
KYMA Yuma
Former First Lady Melania Trump's mother dead at 78 (opens KYMA Yuma)
Published Jan 9, 2024
KYMA Yuma's feed description
In a social media post, Trump described her mother, Amalija Knavs, as a strong and graceful woman.
The Daily Caller
Melania Trump Announces Passing Of Her Mother (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Jan 9, 2024
The Daily Caller's feed description
Former First Lady Melania Trump announced Tuesday her mother passed away following an undisclosed illness.
AL.com
Melania Trump’s mother, Amalija Knavs, dead at 78: ‘We will miss her beyond measure’ (opens AL.com)
Published Jan 9, 2024
AL.com's feed description
The former first lady announced the news on social media Tuesday.
WHDH Boston
Melania Trump’s mother has died - Boston News, Weather, Sports (opens WHDH Boston)
Published Jan 9, 2024
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(CNN) — Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has died, Trump posted on her social media accounts.“Amalija Knavs was a strong woman who
People
Amalija Knavs, a Former Patternmaker, ‘Introduced’ Daughter Melania Trump to Fashion in Small-Town Slovenia (opens People)
Published Jan 9, 2024
People's feed description
Melania Trump's love for fashion — and her former career as a model — stemmed in part from her mother, Amalija Knavs, who died at the age of 78 this week.
Newsweek
Donald Trump pays heartfelt tribute to Melania's mother Amalija Knavs (opens Newsweek)
Published Jan 9, 2024
Newsweek's feed description
Former president Donald Trump described Amalija Knavs as "an incredible woman," after Melania Trump announced her mother's passing on Tuesday.
Newsweek
Amalija Knavs photos show Melania Trump's mother over the years (opens Newsweek)
Published Jan 9, 2024
Newsweek's feed description
"My elegant and hardworking mother Amalija introduced me to fashion and beauty," Melania said in a speech at the Republican National Convention in 2016.
News Nation Now
Melania Trump’s mother, Amalija Knavs dies (opens News Nation Now)
Published Jan 9, 2024
News Nation Now's feed description
Knavs, 78, died in Florida on Tuesday after a long health battle.
Time
Melania Trump’s Mother Amalija Knavs Dies After Unspecified ‘Tough’ Illness (opens Time)
Published Jan 9, 2024
Time's feed description
“This is a very sad night for the entire Trump family!!!” former President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social.
CNN
Melania Trump’s mother has died (opens CNN)
Published Jan 9, 2024
CNN's feed description
Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has died, Trump posted on her social media accounts.

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