Trump mocked as wind exposes receding hairline in Scotland, Internet says 'you can see the toupee'

Photos from Donald Trump’s Turnberry visit showed his hair swept by wind, exposing a receding hairline and sparking online mockery
PUBLISHED JUL 29, 2025
Donald Trump's appearance in Scotland fueled fresh speculation over his health and fitness (Getty Images)
Donald Trump's appearance in Scotland fueled fresh speculation over his health and fitness (Getty Images)

TURNBERRY, SCOTLAND: President Donald Trump’s five-day visit to Scotland sparked a wave of online scrutiny and ridicule after new images highlighted his visibly thinning hair and reignited concerns about his physical and cognitive health.

Photos taken during his appearance at the Turnberry golf resort showed Trump’s hair swept aside by the wind, exposing a severely receding hairline and patchy scalp.

The images quickly spread across X, Threads, and Facebook, where users mocked his appearance and speculated about his well-being.

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen meets with US President Donald Trump at Trump Turnberry golf club on July 27, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen meets with President Donald Trump at Trump Turnberry golf club on July 27, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Wind exposes Donald Trump's thinning hair, Internet reacts

In one of the most widely shared photos, Donald Trump is seen tilting his head while greeting officials, revealing thin strands of combed-over hair failing to cover his scalp. The image drew swift and mocking commentary.

TURNBERRY, SCOTLAND - JULY 27: President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen shakes hands with U.S. President Donald Trump during a meeting at Trump Turnberry golf club on July 27, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland. U.S. President Donald Trump is visiting his Trump Turnberry golf course, as well as Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeenshire, during a brief visit to Scotland from July 25 to 29. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen shakes hands with President Donald Trump during a meeting at Trump Turnberry golf club on July 27, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

“That hair is holding on for dear life, like it knows the lies are catching up,” one X user quipped. “It’s not a style, it’s a struggle. You can spray it, swirl it, and hope nobody notices… but just like the truth, it always finds a way through.”



 

Another wrote, “This is MAGA morons' cult hero. Let them frame this picture to worship this bozo. For anyone else, can you count the number of individual strands of hair on the top of his head in this amazing combover?”



 

A third added, “He looks a mess, sounds a mess, and acts a mess! No redeeming qualities at all.”



 

Other users chimed in: “He cheats on everything, even his hairline,” and “You clearly can see the toupee.”



 



 

Trump has long denied rumors that he wears a toupee, insisting his hair is natural. But the new visuals have reignited public skepticism, fueling jokes and memes across platforms.

Donald Trump’s appearance fuels health concerns

Beyond cosmetic commentary, other images from the trip showed Donald Trump’s ankles appearing swollen and a recurring bruise on his right hand, both of which have raised red flags before.

Critics online pointed to the signs as indicators of declining health.  

Makeup covers a bruise on the back of U.S. President Donald Trump's hand as he hosts French President Emmanuel Macron for meetings at the White House on February 24, 2025 in Washington, DC. Macron is meeting with Trump in Washington on the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale military invasion of Ukraine. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Makeup covers a bruise on the back of President Donald Trump's hand as he hosts French President Emmanuel Macron for meetings at the White House on February 24, 2025 in Washington, DC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

“Donald Trump is disintegrating before our eyes,” an X user wrote. “His health is failing.”



 

“I think Trump is ill. His hair is drastically thinning,” another user posted.



 

One user supported Trump and wrote, "Okay? What's your point? That he's an old man?"



 

Donald Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency

Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a condition that occurs when leg veins struggle to return blood to the heart.

The diagnosis followed reports of mild leg swelling and visible bruising on the back of his hand, which had sparked public speculation.

According to White House physician Dr Sean Barbabella, a full vascular assessment was conducted, including bilateral venous Doppler ultrasounds, which confirmed the CVI diagnosis.

“No blood clots or arterial blockages were detected,” the doctor noted.

President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen at Trump Turnberry golf club on July 27, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland. U.S. President Donald Trump is visiting his Trump Turnberry golf course, as well as Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeenshire, during a brief visit to Scotland from July 25 to 29. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen at Trump Turnberry golf club on July 27, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared details of the medical memo during a briefing and made the full document public. The memo explained that CVI is common in individuals over 70 and is generally not considered serious.

Additional tests, including a complete blood count, metabolic panel, coagulation profile, and echocardiogram, all returned normal results. The echocardiogram confirmed normal heart structure and function. 



 

The bruising on Trump's hand, the memo said, was “consistent with minor soft tissue irritation from frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin,” which he takes for cardiovascular prevention.

Despite the diagnosis, Trump’s medical team affirmed that he is in “excellent health” and fully capable of carrying out his presidential duties.

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