President Donald Trump turned heads Friday evening as he boarded Marine One, appearing noticeably slimmer and more energetic than in recent months. The 78-year-old’s renewed look quickly set social media abuzz, with many praising what seemed like a health comeback. Just two weeks earlier, Trump appeared unsteady on the helicopter steps, worrying supporters. But this time, he walked confidently across the South Lawn, his suit hanging looser than usual.
Sources say First Lady Melania Trump has encouraged her husband to embrace healthier habits, steering him away from his fast-food favorites. French First Lady Brigitte Macron once noted that Melania keeps a “firm hand” on Trump’s diet — even signaling when it’s time to stop eating. Fox News host Sean Hannity added that Trump now eats burgers “without the bun,” while Robert F. Kennedy Jr. commented on his leaner physique.
Fans flooded social media with praise — “78 is the new 28!” one supporter wrote — while critics questioned the sudden change, warning that rapid weight loss at his age might raise health concerns. Some even speculated he might be using Ozempic, the popular weight loss drug favored by celebrities.
Whether the result of diet, discipline, or something else, Trump’s trimmer appearance has once again put him front and center. Love him or not, one thing remains true — Donald J. Trump always knows how to command the spotlight.