During a joint appearance at a military parade in Washington, D.C. on June 14—marking Donald Trump’s 79th birthday and the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary—an intimate exchange between the former president and Melania Trump caught viewers’ attention. Melania gently touched Trump’s back, and he returned the gesture.

A lip reader claimed he whispered, “Thank you, baby,” sparking both admiration and skepticism online. Body language experts noted a mix of tension and affection between the pair. Another lip reader highlighted a playful moment where Trump joked, “I put my finger on one of them,” prompting Melania to smile and reply, “You didn’t do that.”

Though the event drew some criticism, Trump’s relaxed demeanor and the couple’s brief interactions offered a glimpse into their private dynamic—still captivating the public years after leaving the White House.