Robert Trump Passes Away, Trump Shares Heartfelt Tribute
In a quiet, almost heart‑to‑heart moment, former President Donald Trump announced the passing of his younger brother, the 71‑year‑old business exec and real‑estate developer, Robert Trump. The news came a day after the president paid a brief, emotional visit to Robert in a New York hospital.
Personal Note From the President
- “It is with a heavy heart I share that my wonderful brother, Robert, peacefully passed away tonight. He was not just my brother, he was my best friend,” Trump wrote.
- “He will be greatly missed, but we will meet again. His memory will live on in my heart forever. Robert, I love you. Rest in peace,” the former leader added.
Who Was Robert Trump?
Robert Trump—a smooth‑talking, private‑person business man—built a life in the real‑estate world, steering projects with meticulous care. Unlike Donald, his brother stayed far from the limelight, focusing on concrete deals rather than cameras and showbiz.
Last Days and Family Involvement
- Friday, the president dropped by New York‑Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center to see him before heading to his Bedminster golf club.
- He is expected to attend the funeral, though an aide hinted the former president will also be traveling to four battleground states for his re‑election push.
- At the time of his death, details about Robert’s illness remained undisclosed. He had reportedly been on blood thinners after a stint in critical care at Mount Sinai last year.
Legacy Beyond Business
Beyond the boardroom, Robert was a solid family pillar. They recall his steadfast support for the Trump mother‑holdings—a legacy that extends even to his stint closing a temporary restraining order against a family sister, Mary, over a tell‑all book that sparked the press into a frenzy.
Family’s Response
- Eric Trump tweeted: “Robert was an incredible man—strong, kind, and loyal to the core. Anyone who encountered him felt his warmth immediately. He will be deeply missed by our entire family.”
- Ivanka Trump sent a heartfelt note: “Uncle Robert, we love you. You are in our hearts and prayers, always.”
Robert’s passing leaves a gap in the Trump clan’s private side, but his influence—whether in boardrooms or family lore—continues to echo. Though the former president no longer needs to announce it, we’re sure he’ll keep “Robert’s memory in his heart forever,” as he promised.
