11 Facts About Donald Trump: Explore The Less Known

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One of the most well-known and outspoken individuals of the twenty-first century is Donald Trump who has been in the news for decades, from his television career and real estate empire to his time as the 45th President of the United States. Even so, most people are unaware of many facets of his life despite his well-known work whereby from his early profession to his unique endeavours, this blog post article examines 11 interesting and little-known facts about Donald Trump that shed insight on his varied life as follows:

1. He Was a DJ in College: Donald Trump briefly worked in the entertainment sector before rising to prominence as a real estate tycoon and then as a political figure and television personality whereby while attending Fordham University in New York, Trump worked as a DJ (Disc Jockey) at events in the area. Yes, the business-savvy (and a the POTUS twice) man used to spin records at parties at college. Several sources claim that Trump was well-liked by his classmates for performing music at parties, which allowed him to gain social attention before he became well-known and even though his time as a DJ (Disc Jockey) was brief, it is intriguing to consider how this early experience would have aided in the development of his performance and public speaking abilities, which would later be useful in his work as a politician and reality TV (Television) personality.

2. He Was Born on Friday The 13ᵗʰ: There are many well-known superstitions about Friday the 13ᵗʰ, which is frequently viewed as a day of ominousness and bad luck. However, the day of Donald Trump's birth seems to have the opposite effect in the sense that his birthday was June 14, 1946, which was a Friday the 13ᵗʰ in that year's calendar. It is interesting to note that Trump's father, Fred Trump, thought the date was auspicious and that being born on it would bring luck not forgetting that in the tale of a guy who would go on to overcome all obstacles in his life (from establishing a real estate empire to winning the presidency) it is an intriguing anecdote.

3. He Had a Role in the WWF (World Wrestling Federation): One of Donald Trump's more surprising public appearances may have been his affiliation with the WWE (previously the WWF) whereby Trump participated in the annual wrestling event WrestleMania 23's "Battle of the Billionaires" in 2007 with Trump and WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) chairman Vince McMahon facing off in this spectacle, each choosing a representative to represent them in the fight and as part of the plot, Trump "won" the fight and shaved Vince McMahon's head at the end of the event. Trump's involvement in professional wrestling extended beyond that one occasion where he appeared in several WWE shows, solidifying his status in popular culture and demonstrating his readiness to accept unusual forms of entertainment.

4. His First Job Was in a Pizza Parlor: Donald Trump started his first official employment at the age of 13 in a family-run pizzeria. His later work in television and real estate is well known, but this modest beginning is sometimes disregarded whereby Trump gained an early understanding of customer service and business operations while working in the pizza restaurant and because he gained early experience in work ethic and interpersonal skills, this employment had a significant role in forming his future perspective.

5. He Holds Several Patents: Did you know that Donald Trump is the owner of multiple patents???.....He is frequently linked to golf courses, hotels, and business deals not forgetting that these patents demonstrate his propensity for branding and developing specialised items, including one for a "Trump-branded" hotel room divider and another for a "Trump" golf tee. Despite being mostly promotional and related to his business endeavours, these patents demonstrate Trump's inventiveness and his capacity to recognise value in even the most minor facets of his brand and undoubtedly, Trump's influence extends beyond his television appearances and tall structures.

6. He Once Owned an Airline: Donald Trump bought the Eastern Air Lines Shuttle service in the late 1980s, marking a high-profile entry into the airline business and as part of his larger plan to grow his corporate empire, the airline operated flights between New York City and Boston but in spite of his grand ambitions, the airline never really took off whereby after only a few years of ownership, Trump sold the airline because he was unable to turn a profit. Even if it was short-lived, this endeavour shows that Trump is not afraid to take chances and go into fields other than real estate.

7. He Has an Official "Trump" Steak Line: Donald Trump introduced his own line of premium steaks in 2007 whereby the Sharper Image catalog was the only way to purchase these Trump-branded steaks, which were promoted as upscale, premium goods where also Trump himself advertised the steaks on television, highlighting their superior quality and uniqueness but although it did not last long, the Trump Steaks line expanded his wide range of branded goods. Given that Trump's entry into the food industry did not have the same impact as his previous endeavours, it does show how successful he is at promoting himself and creating a lifestyle brand.

8. He is a Screen Actors Guild Member: Trump tried his hand at acting, but his political career and financial activities are what made him most famous. Following an appearance in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, he became a member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) in 1989 whereby Trump's brief stint as an actor was not his first Hollywood venture; he also appeared on shows such as The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air where also Trump's public persona was strengthened by his entertainment career, paving the way for his ultimate ascent to the position of host of The Apprentice and, eventually, presidential candidate.

9. On The Hollywood Walk of Fame, He Has a Star: As the host and producer of The Apprentice, Donald Trump was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2007. Though disputable, the honor (which is usually designated for those in the entertainment industry) marked a pivotal point in his career as a celebrity. His star became the target of vandalism and protests in the years that followed, illustrating the divisive opinions that many people hold about him but even so, the celebrity continues to serve as evidence of Trump's impact on American popular culture.

10. He Was Once a Registered Democrat: Donald Trump was a registered Democrat for many years prior to becoming the face of the Republican Party whereby in reality, Trump backed a number of Democratic politicians, such as Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton. During his tenure as a businessman in New York, he even made donations to a number of Democratic candidates and causes but Trump changed his political affiliation to the Republican Party in the middle of the 2000s, a move that would later be crucial to his 2016 presidential campaign.

11. His First Book Was Self-Published: Trump tried his hand at writing with a self-published book called The Trump Card before his best-selling book The Art of the Deal became a pillar of his public image. The Trump Card, published in 1987, was an early effort to position Trump as a brand and an expert on how to run a successful business with the book paving the way for Trump's future as a writer and public figure, even though it did not get as much attention as The Art of the Deal.

Summary

There have been many unexpected turns and adventures in Donald Trump's life in the sense that there is a lot more to his background than what we typically see in the media, ranging from his time as a college DJ to his membership in the WWF and even his ownership of an airline. His many pursuits, which range from developing branded goods to trying his hand at an entertainment career, reveal a multidimensional person who has established a reputation in a variety of fields and in addition to illuminating Trump's nuanced personality, these little-known facts also show the entrepreneurial mentality that has propelled both his success and his scandals. Regardless of your opinion of Donald Trump, his path is unquestionably intriguing and never ceases to astound us.