Donald Trump’s youngest son, Barron Trump, has always lived a mostly private life away from the spotlight. Now 20 years old and studying at Stern Business School at NYU’s Washington campus, Barron has rarely spoken publicly and remains a mystery to many.
Throughout Donald Trump’s presidency and public life, Barron has remained an important part of his family. While details about their relationship are limited, small moments have occasionally revealed a closer bond between father and son.
When Barron was younger, Trump often mentioned his son’s height and his passion for soccer. During Trump’s latest campaign, Barron reportedly helped his father understand how to reach younger voters by suggesting appearances on popular podcasts and platforms.
After winning, Trump praised Barron while speaking to supporters in Washington, saying his son had a strong understanding of young voters and helped guide him toward connecting with Gen Z.
Although Barron’s relationship with his parents is kept private, one detail recently caught people’s attention. Melania Trump previously revealed that she called her son “Little Donald,” describing him as smart, independent, and strong-minded.
But what does Donald Trump call his youngest son?
According to a new book, Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, Trump has a much softer nickname for Barron: “Honey.”
The book claims that when Barron reportedly called his father after hearing about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Trump responded by reassuring him, saying: “Calm down, honey, calm down.”
The unexpected nickname has sparked reactions online, with many surprised to hear this more affectionate side of Trump’s relationship with his son.