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Marla Maples

Marla Maples is an American television personality, actress, model, and singer.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Marla Maples (born October 27, 1963) is an American television personality, actress, model, and singer. She is best known for being the second wife of Donald Trump and for her entertainment career, including film, television, and stage work.

Early life and background

Marla Maples was born in Cohutta, Georgia, in 1963. She later pursued work in modelling and entertainment.

Entertainment career

Maples has appeared in film and television and has also worked as a presenter and singer. Her public profile was shaped by both her media work and her tabloid visibility.

Marriage to Donald Trump

Maples was Donald Trump's second wife. The couple married in 1993, separated in 1997, and divorced in 1999.

Family

Maples and Trump have one daughter, Tiffany Trump, who was born in 1993.

Key facts

  • Marla Ann Maples was born on October 27, 1963, in Georgia.
  • She became widely known through her marriage to Donald Trump.
  • She and Trump married in 1993 and divorced in 1999.
  • They have one child together, Tiffany Trump.
  • Maples has worked in entertainment as an actress, model, singer, and television personality.
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Canadian context

Marla Maples is known in Canada primarily through international entertainment coverage and U.S. political news involving Donald Trump and the Trump family.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Marla Maples?
Marla Maples is an American actress, model, singer, and television personality best known as Donald Trump's second wife.
How old is Marla Maples?
She was born on October 27, 1963, which makes her 62 years old as of July 23, 2026.
Who was Marla Maples married to?
She was married to Donald Trump from 1993 until their divorce in 1999.
What happened to Marla Maples?
Marla Maples remained active in entertainment after her divorce and continued to appear in film, television, and related media.
Does Marla Maples have children?
Yes. She has one child, a daughter named Tiffany Trump.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marla_Maples
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupations, marriage to Donald Trump, divorce date, and daughter Tiffany Trump.
  2. Biography — https://www.biography.com/history-culture/marla-maples
    Supports: Birth date, entertainment background, marriage to Donald Trump, divorce, and continued career.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005185/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupations, spouse, and child.