Melania Trump, a figure as elegant as she is discreet, has left her mark on American public life alongside her husband, President Donald Trump. First Lady from 2017 to 2021, she is known for her commitment to children, her media reserve, and her ability to surprise.
Since Donald Trump's return to the White House, she has often maintained a certain air of mystery around her role and intentions for this new term. Her Be Best project, focused on children's well-being, remains one of her priorities, as does the discreet management of her public image.
The documentary about Melania Trump
A major documentary about Melania Trump will also be released in theaters on January 30, 2026, produced by Amazon MGM Studios and directed by Brett Ratner. With an exceptional budget of $40 million, this film aims to reveal the 20 days leading up to Donald Trump's inauguration in January 2025, offering an unprecedented look behind the scenes of presidential power .
The documentary, simply titled Melania, promises exclusive footage: crucial meetings, private conversations, never-before-seen moments, and, above all, the management of the president's wife's return to the role of First Lady. As executive producer of the project, Melania controls the narrative, aiming to showcase her daily life , her responsibilities, her teams, and the behind-the-scenes aspects of settling into the White House.
“It’s a very different transition this time.”
In November 2024, Donald Trump became the second American president elected to a second, non-consecutive term. He won both the popular vote and the Electoral College vote. And Melania Trump had already been preparing for this for some time. “I’ve already packed my bags. I’ve already chosen the furniture that needs to be put in place. So it’s a very different transition this time,” she confided on Fox News. She was referring to their initial move-in after the Obamas left office.
In 2017, during Donald Trump's first term, Barron Trump's mother lived in New York. " I will be at the White House. And, you know, when I need to be in New York, I will be in New York. When I need to be in Palm Beach, I will be in Palm Beach. My priority is, you know, to be a mother, to be a First Lady, to be a wife, and then on January 20th, you serve the country," she explained.
Between commitment and independence
This unexpected announcement thus demonstrated her active preparation to resume her role in the White House, while many expected her to prioritize discretion and distance from power. At the time, she had stated her desire to be more involved as First Lady, while maintaining a balance with her private life between Washington, New York, and Palm Beach.
Melania Trump confirms once again that she is much more than just her husband's supporter . In the same interview, she reiterates that she doesn't always share Donald Trump's opinions and that she values her independence . She wants to dedicate herself to concrete actions for children, embodying the image of a committed yet independent First Lady. This stance may surprise some, but it fits perfectly within her unique career path.
