Fact Check: Is viral ‘60 Minutes’ BTS photo of Trump in a diaper real?

WASHINGTON, DC: After Donald Trump’s '60 Minutes’ interview last week, a behind-the-scenes photo from ABC Studios went viral. It shows Trump sitting on a chair, with a visible bulge on his back drawing attention online. Social media users quickly speculated about its cause, with some claiming he was wearing an adult diaper. The image has since sparked widespread debate. Let’s fact check the claim.

Claim: Viral ‘60 Minutes’ BTS photo fuels diaper speculation about Trump

Although nearly a week has passed since the photo first surfaced, it continues to circulate widely on social media.

The image has fueled ongoing speculation about Trump’s health, even as the White House maintains that the POTUS is in excellent health. Thousands of posts are still being shared online, with users suggesting that Trump was wearing an adult diaper.

An X user wrote, "Trump, sitting during his 60 Minutes interview shows not only how morbidly obese he has become, but that he wears a very thick adult diaper."

Several posts have gone viral. “The moment King Charles smells a strong foul odor emanating from the Duke of Mar-A-Lago's diaper,” the account Anonymous posted.

“I'm surprised Trump hasn't done a deal with diaper makers,” added one user.

“Did you see the part where the King grimaced while downwind of trump who had a full diaper? You do realise that the King's speech was making fun of trump's policies? Cause the King has zero executive power, this was a photo op,” another wrote.

“Which photo of Trump should the next president hang on Trump's Wall of Fame? The one of him sleeping? Or the one of him in a diaper?” said one user.

Fact check: No evidence supports claim Trump wore diaper during ‘60 Minutes’ shoot

However, there is no confirmation that Trump was wearing an adult diaper inside the ABC studio. The 79-year-old President is not known to use adult diapers. Apart from his diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), there are no reports suggesting any unusual decline in his health.

CVI is common in older adults and can cause blood to pool in the veins due to weakened or damaged valves. This condition may also lead to occasional bruising or swelling.

The diagnosis was first made public in July 2025, after Trump was examined for mild swelling in his lower legs.

The announcement came after several days of media speculation. His physician, Navy Capt Sean Barbarella, described the condition as “benign and common,” especially among people over 70. He also confirmed there was no evidence of deep-vein thrombosis or arterial disease.

The White House continues to state that Trump is in “excellent health” overall. It reports normal heart function and kidney markers. It also says he is fit to carry out presidential duties.

There is also no credible reporting or official confirmation linking the viral image to the claim that Trump was wearing a diaper. The speculation appears to stem solely from social media interpretations of the photo rather than verified facts.

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