Since stepping into the role of First Lady once again following Donald Trump’s return to the presidency, Melania Trump has remained a subject of public fascination. Among the many lingering questions about her private life, one in particular stands out: Who does Melania trust enough to confide in?

Surprisingly, her closest confidante isn’t a celebrity or political insider—it’s her older sister, Ines Knauss, who lives a quiet life in Slovenia.

Ines prefers to stay out of the public eye and has long avoided the media spotlight. She’s married to a businessman and has children, but few details about her personal or professional life are publicly known due to her private nature.

Though the two sisters are rarely seen together in public, sources say their bond is strong. Ines is said to be Melania’s most trusted confidante—someone she turns to for both personal and professional advice.

Ines has even guided Melania on raising her son, Barron, and the two stay in close contact through frequent visits and regular communication. Despite the distance and the demands of public life, Melania and Ines remain deeply connected, offering each other unwavering support through the years.