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Victor Knavs (born March 24, 1944) is a Slovenian businessman, former car salesman and car dealer from Sevnica. In addition, he has also worked for the mayor of Sevnica as a driver during the early days of his career. He is best known as the father of Melania Trump (First Lady of the United States).

On August 10, 2018, Viktor Knavs and Amalija Knavs received the citizenship of the United States of America.

Early years, parents, siblings and profile

Victor Knavs in 2019.

Donald Trump’s father-in-law Viktor Knavs Knauss was born on March 24, 1944 ( age 75 years old, as in 2019 ) in Radeče, Slovenia. He grew up in a simple middle-class family. His father has also worked as a car mechanic, while his mother teaches the children.

He has attended high school along with his siblings to complete his education. Later, she completed her graduation from Sevnica University.

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After completing his studies, he joined the mayor of Sevnica as a chauffeur. I used to drive and drive cars for him. He also meets his future wife Amalija Knavs in 1966 while working for the mayor.

Subsequently, he has worked as a Car or Motorcycle Salesman and Automobile Dealer. However, with the help of his friend, he established his own car dealership business throughout Sevnica

Personal life, spouse Amalija Knavs and children

As for his personal life, he married his wife “Amalija Knavs” in 1967. The 74-year-old businessman has also blessed with two daughters i.e. Ines Knauss (born 1968) and Melania Knavs (born 1970).

But later, Melanija Knavs changed her name to Melania Knauss while starting her modeling career.

Melania Trump’s father also joined the communist party during the period of government of Marshal Tito (president of Yugoslavia).

Amalija is basically from Raka, Krško (Village in Slovenia). She is a professional pattern maker at the Jutranjka children’s clothing manufacturing company.

Some lesser known facts about Viktor Knavs

Lifestyle/Biography
Full name at birth Viktor Knavs Knauss.
Nickname Victor.
Famous for 1. Being the father of Melania Trump (First Lady of the United States).
2. Father-in-law of Donald Trump (President of the USA).
Working like Entrepreneur and former car salesman.
Age Seventy-four (74) years old (As of 2018).
Date of Birth March 24, 1944.
Place of birth Radece (City in Slovenia).
Nationality Slovenian.
Citizenship 1. Slovenia.
2. America.
star sign (zodiac sign) Aries.
ethnicity white caucasian.
Religion Christendom.
Current residence Sevnica.
Physical stats and more
Height (How tall) Feet inches: 5′ 7″ .
Centimeters: 170cm .
Meters: 1.7 meters .
Weight Kilograms: 79 kg .
Pounds: 174 pounds .
Shoe Size (US) 7.
eye color Brown.
Hair color White gray.
Family
Fathers Father : Name not found.
Mom : N/A.
Brothers Brother: Name not found.
Sister: NA
Family members Son-in-law: Donald John Trump (American businessman and politician).
Uncle: na.
Personal life
Marital status Married.
Dating history? Will update.
Girlfriend N/A
Wife Amalija Knavs (former pattern maker in Jutranjka, Sevnica).
Kids Two daughters: Ines Knauss (born 1968) and Melania Knauss (born 1970).
Education
Highest Rating Graduate.
College High school.
Alma mater The University of Sevnica.
Hobbies and favorite things
Favorite Celebrities Actor: Johnny Deep.
Actress: Angelina Jolie.
dream vacation destination Swiss.
Favorite color Black red.
I love to do Fishing.
favorite dishes continental food.
money factor
Heritage approx. $4.2 million US dollars (as of 2018).

Trivia

Melania Trump’s father Viktor Knavs with her mother Amalija Knavs.

  • Melania Trump’s dad is only 2 years older than her son-in-law Donald Trump (born June 14, 1946).
  • He was also accused of having a child by his previous girlfriend.
  • His grandson Barron Trump always loves spending time with him.
  • As of 2018, the estimated net worth of Viktor Knavs is $4.2 million US dollars
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