Melania Trump makes sure to tell Trump when his YMCA dance moves are 'not appreciated'
🚨 JUST IN: First Lady Melania Trump says she likes the TRUMP YMCA DANCE "sometimes" 🤣
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) January 28, 2026
"I like it, at certain times. Some days was NOT appropriate, and I told him so!"
"It's his dance, I think people love it, people in sport, all around the world are dancing! It's a great… pic.twitter.com/aU1eXp4dYC
WASHINGTON, DC: First lady Melania Trump is busy promoting her new documentary, 'Melania.' Despite her hectic schedule, she continues to speak about her husband, President Donald Trump. In a recent interview, she was asked about his well-known YMCA dance moves.
Melania gave a mixed response. She said she enjoys the dance at times but also admitted that there are moments when it’s “not appropriate.” She added that she has even told her husband when she did not like his moves. 'Melania' is set to hit theaters on Friday, January 30.
Melania shares her thoughts on Trump’s YMCA dance move
Melania Trump consistently maintains her poise when speaking about her husband, Donald Trump, and this occasion was no exception.
During her appearance on FOX News’ 'The Five' on Wednesday, January 28, Melania was discussing her upcoming documentary release when she was asked by Jesse Watters, "When he's doing the YMCA, he says you don't like it. How do you feel?"
Melania chuckled slightly and said, "When he's doing the YMCA, he says, you don't like it. How do you feel? I like it at certain times. Okay, some days were not appropriate; I told him so, but it's his dance. And I think people love it. People in all parts around the world, they dancing, and it's a great atmosphere when he does."
"So brings happiness and fun as well as seriousness, as you need to be as well. So I, I think he's, uh, doing just fine."
She was then asked if she had ever danced herself, "You've never done the why, have you?" To which Melania smiled and replied, "I did, you did. It's different than his."
Trump’s famous YMCA moves
Donald Trump is well known for his playful YMCA dance, a signature move that has drawn public attention. The dance originates from the 1978 hit song 'YMCA' by the disco group Village People, which became famous for its catchy chorus and iconic arm movements spelling out Y-M-C-A.
Trump has performed the dance at rallies, events, and informal gatherings, often drawing smiles and cheerful reactions from crowds. While some see it as light-hearted fun, others consider it unusual for a president. Regardless, the iconic dance remains a memorable part of Trump’s public persona.
New Documentary 'Melania' explores the first lady's role
For those unaware, Melania Trump’s new documentary revolves around her life as first lady, capturing her efforts in planning the presidential inauguration, managing the White House transition, and moving her family to Washington, DC.
MELANIA, the film, exclusively in theaters worldwide on January 30th, 2026. pic.twitter.com/n2kloQ4JwW
— MELANIA TRUMP (@MELANIATRUMP) December 17, 2025
The film offers exclusive access to private meetings, personal conversations, and areas of the White House rarely seen by the public, providing a closer look at her perspective on one of the nation’s most high-profile roles.
'Melania' was directed by Brett Ratner and produced by Ratner, Melania Trump, Fernando Sulichin, and Marc Beckman.