The first first lady was Martha Washington, married to George Washington. Presidents John Tyler and Woodrow Wilson had two official first ladies; both remarried during their presidential tenures.

The first lady of the United States (FLOTUS) is a title typically held by the wife of the president of the United States, concurrent with the president's term in office.

First Lady Melania Trump is the wife of the 45th and 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, and the mother to their son, Barron Trump.

American first ladies have played a prominent role in the political and social life of the country. See our list below of women who were married to the president.

First first lady born outside of the United States; she was born in England. [14] First first lady to have both houses of the United States Congress adjourn in mourning on the day of her funeral. [15] Sarah Yorke Jackson. First first lady born in Pennsylvania. [16] Anna Harrison. First first lady to be born in New Jersey. ...

Jan 20, 2025 · The first lady is the wife of the president of the United States. Although the first lady’s role has never been codified or officially defined, she figures prominently in the political and social life of the nation.

Melania Trump is the current first lady of the United States, in role since January 2025 as the wife of President Donald Trump. The first lady-designate is the wife of the president-elect of the United States. The president-elect was the candidate who won the presidential election, but is awaiting the inauguration to become president.

Jan 23, 2025 · A director of social affairs, presidential liaison, symbol of strength, policy advocate, political reformer, keeper of "the People's House," partner, and confidant, the First Ladies of the United States have taken on numerous roles throughout American history.

First Ladies: Making History and Leaving Legacies Featuring Anita McBride, founding member of the First Ladies Association for Research and Education and co-author of U.S. Keep Looking?

Feb 17, 2018 · Throughout history, various presidents' wives ladies used the position to effect change at the White House, the country, and the world. Two prominent first ladies, Dolley Madison and...