New Delhi: Amazon Prime has got exclusive global rights for a documentary film offering an “unprecedented behind-the-scenes look” at First Lady Melania Trump’s life, set for theatrical and streaming release, as per Fox News Digital. Fox News Digital has said that it is hoped that the project will be released globally in theaters and for streaming use in the second half of this year.
Donald Trump and Melania attend the premiere of “Celebrity” on September 25, 1998 at Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center in New York City. (Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
It was in December 2024 that the filming for the upcoming documentary started. The documentary will be executive produced by First Lady Melania Trump and Fernando Sulichin of New Element Media, with Brett Ratner of RatPac Entertainment directing it.
Fox News Digital said that Prime Video is expected to share more details on the project as filming advances, and will release plans when everything is finalised.
In a statement, an Amazon spokesperson said: “We are excited to share this truly unique story with our millions of customers around the world.” The announcement comes just weeks before Mrs. Trump is set to return to the White House as First Lady of the United States. The announcement also follows the release of her first-ever book, ‘Melania’, just months earlier. The memoir provides an intimate glimpse into Melania Trump’s life, featuring personal stories and family photos she had not shared with the public previously. ‘Melania’ has been at the top of the New York Times’ best-selling list since its release to the public.
Melania Trump attends Michael Kors Fall 2007 Collection at The Tent on February 7, 2007 in New York City. (Photo by Matt Carasella/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)
It was in November, only days after President-elect Donald Trump was elected the 47th President of the United States, Mrs Trump also brought out a digital photography series to showcase her life on the 2024 campaign trail and at home.
In an interview last year, Mrs Trump told Fox News Digital that if she had the privilege to serve as first lady again — which she will, beginning on January 20 — she underlined her commitment to prioritising initiatives aimed at the well-being and development of children, ensuring they have the “support and resources they need to reach their full potential”. “My focus would continue to be creating a safe and nurturing space for children to learn, grow and thrive,” she said.
Donald Trump and Melania as they attend a premiere of ‘Star Wars: Episode I – the Phantom Menace’, New York, New York, May 16, 1999. (Photo by Sonia Moskowitz/Getty Images)
During the first Trump administration, Mrs Trump hosted virtual roundtables on foster care as part of her “Be Best” initiative, with a focus on strengthening the child welfare system. She collaborated with members of Congress on legislation that secured funding for grants to assist youth and young adults currently or formerly in foster care, helping cover costs for college, career school, or training. The bill was signed into law by then-President Donald Trump in December 2020.
