BBC: Former US First Lady Melania Trump has "with deep sadness" announced the death of her mother, Amalija Knavs, at the age of 78.
"Amalija Knavs was a strong woman who always carried herself with grace, warmth, and dignity," she said.
The cause of death was not disclosed in the brief statement on X, formerly Twitter.
Donald Trump mentioned this month at an event in Florida that his Slovenia-born mother-in-law was "very ill".
Mrs Trump said in her statement on Tuesday night: "She was entirely devoted to her husband, daughters, grandson, and son-in-law. » | Max Matza, BBC News | Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Melania Trump’s mom, Amalija Knavs, dead at age 78: ‘My beloved mother’ »
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