Conor McGregor Makes Birthday Gaffe After Mistaking Melania Trump Fan Page for Official Greeting

January 2025: Conor McGregor face-timed the US First Lady Melania Trump as a part of his trip to Washington, DC, for President Donald Trump’s inauguration. He was so elated that he took a screenshot of his video call with Mrs. Trump, posted it on his Instagram story, and wrote, “Congratulating the First Lady.” So, owing to his close relations with the Trumps, it seems the MMA fighter got too excited when he saw something that looked like a birthday wish from Melania Trump… only it wasn’t.

July 14 is McGregor’s birthday, and as he celebrated his 37th year, he noticed that the Instagram account, @ourladymelania mentioned him and wrote, “Wishing @thenotoriousmma a VERY Happy Birthday! If I’m not mistaken, Conor sent me his FT with Mel before posting it on stories for the entire world, which was an honor 🤣♥️🇮🇪🇺🇸.”

McGregor, evidently thrilled, reshared the post on his Instagram story and wrote, “Thank you, FLOTUS 🥰♥️,” apparently believing the message was straight from Melania Trump herself, but in reality, it was a fan account. Perhaps the image shared and the caption that accompanied it confused McGregor. Regardless, ‘The Notorious’ will have some great memories from Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration celebrations, which he attended alongside other UFC stars, including Jon Jones and Bryce Mitchell.

That night, Conor McGregor made headlines by meeting with many Trump associates, including Ivan Raiklin, a former army veteran turned political influencer. Back then, McGregor was excited about meeting Raiklin and wrote on social media, “Buzzing with the US Secretary of Retribution Ivan Raiklin! The Secretary of getting it back…How about that! Mr. Payback! Incredible! MY MAN! Go f—ing get it Ivan. NEVER FORGET!” He also met Ben Shapiro and Tucker Carlson.

And it doesn’t end here. In March, McGregor and his family even visited the Oval office. “Conor McGregor meets with President Trump in the Oval Office!” White House’s Instagram account mentioned. And to make things even more interesting, the MMA fighter also reacted to a blockbuster news, which further connected Donald Trump and the UFC.

Conor McGregor rallies behind UFC’s massive White House event idea!

For a man who feeds on drama, Conor McGregor’s interest in the proposed UFC event at the White House is ideal. When President Trump announced plans to hold a UFC bout on the South Lawn to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, ‘The Notorious’ jumped at the chance. In typical McGregor fashion, he stated that he wanted to be the possible headlining act.

“It’s looking like I’m headed to the Oval Office again,” McGregor stated at a recent BKFC press conference, sparking anticipation about his return. Though he hasn’t fought since his canceled UFC 303 comeback, he has remained vocal, and this event could be his next major move. “Happy 4th of July, USA. Excited with President Trump announcing a UFC fight event at the White House… I would be honored! Count me in!” he also wrote on social media.

In fact, he also had a conversation with Dana White about the possibility of returning to the UFC at the White House. White seemed enthusiastic as he responded, “I LOVE IT!!”

Dana White also admitted that almost every UFC fighter wants a slot. “We’ll absolutely, positively put on the baddest card of all time,” he said. A dream main event such as Tom Aspinall vs. Jon Jones is already in the works, and with McGregor in the mix, the UFC’s White House event is shaping up to be more than just a one-time stunt—it’s becoming the next big moment in fight history. What do you think?