Arabella Kushner's 'Secret Life' Includes Fluency in Mandarin and a 'Grandpa Xi'
President Trump's granddaughter, Arabella Kushner, has developed a unique relationship with China's leader, calling him 'Grandpa Xi' and demonstrating fluency in Mandarin.
Arabella Kushner, the 15-year-old daughter of Ivanka Trump, has a distinctive private life marked by her fluency in Mandarin Chinese and a familiar, informal relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping, whom she reportedly calls "Grandpa Xi." This insight into her life comes as she increasingly seeks to participate in major family events, often with her mother's consent.
Kushner's linguistic abilities and her interactions with foreign leaders have been noted previously. In 2017, then-five-year-old Arabella made headlines for singing in Mandarin to President Xi during a state visit to the White House. A spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs even described her at the time as a "small messenger of Sino-U.S. friendship."
Her interest in high-profile events is reportedly growing. Sources indicate that Arabella "has started to ask to tag along to things," and her mother, Ivanka Trump, is increasingly allowing her to join for significant occasions. This includes attending events like the UFC fight in July, which she reportedly found appealing.
President Donald Trump has also expressed pride in his granddaughter's Mandarin skills, often boasting about her ability to speak the language. His remarks highlight a family environment where Arabella's unique talents and involvement in diplomatic-related settings are recognized and valued. The close relationship between Ivanka Trump and her daughter is also a notable aspect, with Ivanka reportedly considering Arabella a "mini-me."