Barron Trump's receding hairline at dad's inauguration goes viral, Internet claims 'he's balding already'

As Donald Trump had a successful inauguration ceremony, one topic quickly overshadowed the festivities — his son Barron Trump's receding hairline
PUBLISHED JAN 22, 2025
Barron Trump attends the inauguration of his father, President Donald Trump, in the Rotunda of the Capitol on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Barron Trump attends the inauguration of his father, President Donald Trump, in the Rotunda of the Capitol on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC: While President Donald Trump had a successful inauguration ceremony, one topic quickly overshadowed the festivities, his son Barron Trump’s receding hairline. 

There was chatter about the height of the president's youngest son who stood tall at the ceremony. However, the focus quickly shifted to his hair as Barron debuted a sleek new hairstyle for the inauguration, showing his "receding hairline."

While Barron walked alongside his half-sister Ivanka Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, people on the internet shared his zoomed-in photos and videos, fueling speculations about his hairline.


WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20: Barron Trump attends inauguration ceremonies in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States. (Photo by Kevin Lamarque - Pool/Getty Images)
Barron Trump attends inauguration ceremonies in the Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC (Kevin Lamarque - Pool/Getty Images)

Barron Trump debuted sleek new hairstyle at dad Donald Trump’s inauguration

Barron Trump took center stage during his father Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration on Monday, January 20.

The 18-year-old, currently studying at New York University’s Stern School of Business, stood proudly with his mother as his father was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.

Clad in a sharp navy suit, a matching tie, and polished black shoes, Barron, towering at 6 feet 9 inches, maintained a calm and composed expression throughout the ceremony. 

Following the buzz surrounding Barron’s impressive height and striking resemblance to his father, online discussions have shifted to his hairstyle, with many speculating whether he is losing his hair. 


WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20: Barron Trump arrives to the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Barron Trump arrives at the inauguration of his father, President Donald Trump, in the Rotunda of the Capitol on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

The speculation also focused on his age, with people questioning why an 18-year-old like Barron would have a receding hairline.

This isn’t the first time the Trump family’s hair has sparked conversations as previous reports revealed that Donald Trump underwent a hair transplant after struggles with thinning hair. 

Internet speculates whether Barron Trump is 'balding already' 


WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20: U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with his son Barron Trump as Vice President JD Vance looks on during his inauguration in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th President of the United States. (Photo by Kenny Holston-Pool/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump shakes hands with his son Barron Trump as Vice President JD Vance looks on during his inauguration in the Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC (Kenny Holston-Pool/Getty Images)

After photos of Barron Trump were shared online, several internet users quickly noticed the teen’s receding hairline.

One user shared a picture of Barron from the inauguration and zoomed in to highlight concerns about his hair, "I'm watching @realDonaldTrump 's 2025 inauguration. And it looks like Barron Trump's hairline is already receding. It's getting thin up there. Apple and tree?" 



 

Another X user expressed shock over the difference in Barron’s hair, "Baron Trump is only 18 years old and balding already WTF 😳." 



 

One person speculated, "Maybe he suffers from trichotillomania."



 

Another X user tweeted, "Barron Trump already going bald. Nothing crueler in the world."

One person said, "Poor Barron is already going bald. I feel for you brother."



 

Another jokingly stated, “Barron Trump already balding and he’s not even 21?! BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.”



 

Someone else remarked, “Why does Barron look like he’s balding and has a combover.”



 

Oen individual wrote, “What the heck is going on with Barron's hairline? (left) at the inauguration and (right) before the inauguration”



 

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