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Donald Trump Biography

Birth Name:Donald John Trump

Birth Place:Queens, New York City, New York, United States

Profession Actor, Producer, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2007
  • Supports several charities and organizations including Children with AIDS, Friends of Scotland, Jimmy Fund, Pediatric Epilepsy Project, Raising Malawi and Reef Relief
  • His five children are Donald, Ivanka, Eric, Tiffany and Barron
  • His business career began at the company Elizabeth Trump and Son, owned by his father
  • Studied at Fordham University and Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
  • Quote: "The best way to control the identity you build for yourself is to make sure everything you do is the best․"
  • Known for being the chairman and president of The Trump Organization and founding Trump Entertainment Resorts

Awards

  • 1991Razzie Award-Worst Supporting Actor: winner
  • 1991Razzie Award-Worst New Star: nominated
  • 2004Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Reality-Competition Program: nominated
  • 2004Teen Choice Award-Choice Reality/Variety TV Star - Male: nominated
  • 2005OFTA Television Award-Best Host of a Game, Competition or Reality Show: nominated
  • 2005Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Reality-Competition Program: nominated
  • 2019Razzie Award-Worst Actor: winner
  • 2019Razzie Award-Worst Screen Combo: winner