Social media left stunned after hearing Trump's 'real laugh' for the first time

vt-author-image

By Michelle H

Article saved!Article saved!

A resurfaced clip of Donald Trump has left people stunned after revealing what many believe to be his real laugh—a rare moment that has sparked fascination online.


The footage, taken from an old episode of Celebrity Apprentice, shows Trump getting a thrill ride in a Formula One car with racing legend Mario Andretti. As the drive concludes, Trump can be heard laughing—a sound that many say they had never heard from him before.

A Side of Trump People Didn’t Expect

After the video resurfaced on social media, viewers were quick to share their reactions, with many admitting they were caught off guard.

One person wrote on X: "He actually chuckled and gave a genuine smile. I’ve never seen that from him."

Another chimed in: "I was just thinking that I don't think I've ever seen him actually laugh."

For many, Trump is more known for his forceful speeches, sharp remarks, and serious demeanor, so hearing him laugh in a carefree moment seemed unusual.

GettyImages-2201779578.jpgCredit: Tasos Katopodis / Getty

A Different Time

The clip serves as a reminder of Trump’s pre-presidency days, before he entered politics and became one of the most controversial leaders in U.S. history. At the time, he was best known as a business mogul and reality TV personality, making regular appearances on television.

Since then, Trump has completed one full term as President of the United States and has now started another. In recent months, his administration has made major policy changes, including renaming the Gulf of Mexico and implementing mass layoffs in government agencies.

Trump has also maintained a close relationship with Elon Musk, with the Tesla CEO reportedly influencing some of his economic strategies. Meanwhile, the president has continued making bold foreign policy statements, even suggesting the U.S. should acquire Greenland—a remark that didn’t sit well with Danish officials.

GettyImages-2204326270.jpgCredit: Andrew Harnik / Getty

A Rare Moment of Levity

While Trump has been in the public eye for decades, moments of genuine lightheartedness and laughter are far less common than his usual fiery rhetoric.

Even during his presidency, his interactions with the press often involve sharp remarks rather than humorous exchanges. His recent encounter with a boom mic—where he was accidentally hit in the face—prompted some of his supporters to speculate wildly about conspiracies involving biological weapons, rather than laughing it off.

Given this, the resurfaced Celebrity Apprentice clip is striking, showing a side of Trump that many had forgotten—or never seen at all.

Whether people love or loathe him, it’s clear that seeing Trump genuinely laugh remains a rare sight—one that continues to capture attention, even years later.

Featured image credit: MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images