Melania Trump Wins 'Patriot of the Year' Award

First Lady Melania Trump has been selected as Fox Nation’s 2025 “Patriot of the Year,” the network announced Tuesday — marking the second consecutive year the honor has gone to a member of the Trump family.

The announcement comes ahead of the 7th annual Fox Nation Patriot Awards, which will be hosted by Sean Hannity on Thursday evening. According to Fox News, the annual celebration recognizes “everyday heroes and patriots who have shown unwavering dedication to the values that make our country great.”

For most NFL fans, the phrase “Patriot of the Year” might bring to mind a standout like quarterback Drake Maye or head coach Mike Vrabel — but for millions of Americans, it now belongs to one of the nation’s most admired First Ladies.

Online reactions to Fox Nation’s post announcing Melania Trump’s selection were overwhelmingly positive, with many praising her grace, devotion, and quiet strength throughout her husband’s presidency.

Melania Trump has taken a far more active role during President Donald J. Trump’s second term, continuing her longtime advocacy for children while expanding her work on international partnerships, education, and online safety.

Her signature initiative, Be Best, has evolved into a global coalition focused on empowering children through technology, innovation, and education. Just last week, Trump announced that South Korea had joined the effort.

“I welcome the Republic of Korea to my global coalition empowering children through technology, innovation, and education,” she wrote on X. “I look forward to seeing First Lady Kim Hea Kyung at Fostering the Future Together’s inaugural White House meeting next spring.”

In March, the First Lady also championed the “Take It Down Act” — legislation designed to combat the spread of non-consensual intimate images online. The bill earned rare bipartisan support and was signed into law by President Trump in May.

Beyond policy, Mrs. Trump continues to bring her well-known sense of elegance to the White House, overseeing several restoration projects and seasonal designs that have drawn praise even from critics.

With this year’s recognition, Melania Trump becomes only the second recipient of the “Patriot of the Year” award — following her husband, President Donald Trump, who received the honor in 2024.

Her selection underscores the enduring admiration for the Trump family among conservatives and symbolizes the First Lady’s growing influence as a voice for children, families, and the values that define American greatness.