A light-hearted remark by US President Donald Trump about his mother’s “crush” on King Charles III cre
ated an awkward yet humorous moment during an official event.
The comment came during a state visit highlighting US-UK relations.The King responded with a reserved laugh, drawing attention to the unusual exchange.
While addressing the gathering, Donald Trump recalled how his mother admired the British royal family.
He shared that she used to watch royal ceremonies on television and would often praise their elegance. Trump added that she specifically found a young Prince Charles “cute” and even joked that she had a “crush” on him.
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The remark prompted a brief, somewhat embarrassed laugh from King Charles III, who responded by smiling and waving his hand.
Remembering Mary Macleod Trump
Trump’s comments were part of a broader reflection on his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod Trump.
Born in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides in 1912, she immigrated to the United States in 1930 and became a citizen in 1942.
She later married Fred Trump, and the couple raised five children in New York, with Donald Trump being the fourth.
Mary Macleod passed away in August 2000 at the age of 88.
State visit
The exchange took place during the second day of King Charles III’s official visit to Washington D.C.
The British monarch, accompanied by Queen Camilla, was formally welcomed in a state ceremony hosted by Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.
The visit is being seen as a significant moment in US-UK diplomatic relations.
Historic address to Congress
Later in the visit, King Charles III is scheduled to deliver a historic address to the US Congress.
This will mark only the second time a British monarch has addressed Congress, following Queen Elizabeth II in 1991.
In his speech, the King is expected to emphasize the enduring “special relationship” between the United States and the United Kingdom, despite differences on global issues, including the ongoing Iran conflict.
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