Melania Trump took center stage at the premiere of her new documentary, Melania: Twenty Days to History, showing she’s more than just the First Lady in the public eye. The film, which chronicles the lead-up to Donald Trump’s second inauguration, follows her from Mar-a-Lago to Manhattan, providing rare glimpses into presidential life.
The 55-year-old First Lady appeared alongside President Trump at the rebranded Trump–Kennedy Center, wearing a sophisticated Dolce & Gabbana buttoned gown. Speaking to the audience, she emphasized the film’s unique approach: “Some have called this a documentary. It is not. It is a creative experience that offers perspectives, insights, and moments that only a few perceive. You will see humour, you will see grief, you will see fashion, so I'm very proud of the film.”
While Donald Trump accompanied her on the red carpet, Melania also made a rare solo appearance for photographers, reversing the usual spotlight dynamic. In footage from the event, a photographer asked Trump to step aside so Melania could have her moment. She calmly removed her hand from his and posed alone, earning smiles once the cameras focused solely on her. Social media users quickly noticed the scene: one commented, “She had a fake smile until he walked off stage, then got a huge smile,” while another remarked, “Everything has to be about him, hmm? His own wife can’t even have a solo spotlight.”
Reactions to the premiere ranged from playful to pointed. Some suggested that if Melania truly wants to win public admiration, she could “convince her husband to leave office,” while others joked about Trump’s insistence on being the center of attention.
The event drew a wide range of attendees, including Republican politicians and surprise guest Nicki Minaj. The 41-year-old rapper, who has publicly called herself Trump’s “number one fan,” stepped out in a light blue gown with a keyhole cut-out. Earlier in the week, Minaj had caused a stir by holding hands with Trump on stage in Washington, D.C., praising his leadership despite public criticism. Minaj, who arrived in the U.S. from Trinidad and Tobago as a child and once described herself as an undocumented immigrant, received a gold card visa from Trump, a program allowing fast-tracked citizenship through significant investment.
The premiere highlighted Melania Trump’s growing independence in the spotlight, showing a First Lady capable of commanding attention in her own right, even amid the ever-present presence of the President.
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