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Everything we know about Amazon Prime Video's $40,000,000 Melania Trump documentary after $1m donation is given to president-elect

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Published 10:34 8 Jan 2025 GMT

Everything we know about Amazon Prime Video's $40,000,000 Melania Trump documentary after $1m donation is given to president-elect

Melania is set to step into the spotlight for a new project

Ellie Kemp

Ellie Kemp

Amazon Prime Video is reportedly forking out $40 million to license a documentary about the life of Melania Trump.

The incoming First Lady tends to steer clear of the spotlight - although she did release a memoir back in October, which detailed how she first met Donald Trump in a New York City nightclub, among other anecdotes.

The Slovenian model even managed dodge the majority of her husband's 2024 presidential campaign, but did spark 'body double' rumors after making an appearance on election day.

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Now, her 'truly unique story' is set to be told in a new Amazon Prime Video movie, which releases on the streamer and in cinemas in 'the second half of 2025'.

The deal will also include a follow-up docu-series made up of two or three episodes, according to Puck News, who also first reported the multi-million licensing price tag.

Melania made rare appearances during Trump's election campaign (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Melania made rare appearances during Trump's election campaign (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

The Jeff Bezos-owned company confirmed over the weekend the 'behind the scenes' movie began filming in December, with Melania serving as executive producer.

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Controversial director Brett Ratner - who was accused of sexual misconduct by women, including Hollywood actress Olivia Munn at the height of 2017's #MeToo movement - is also on board.

Ratner's lawyer denied the sexual misconduct allegations.

It appears as though there is some genuine interest around Melania's life, especially from people on TikTok.

A quick search for Melania Trump on the social media site brings up hundreds of clips of the incoming First Lady, which have received millions of likes.

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And recently, a resurfaced video of her talking to a young Barron Trump went viral, as he uttered the phrase 'I like my suitcase' in a strong Slovenian accent.

Melania was born in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, and began working as a fashion model from the age of 16.

Italian-born businessman Paolo Zampolli sponsored her move in the US in 1996, later introducing her to Trump.

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At this stage, Amazon has remained vague about what exactly will be included in the documentary, the name of which is yet to be confirmed.

The company said in a statement: "Prime Video will be sharing more details on the project as filming progresses and release plans are finalized.

"We are excited to share this truly unique story with our millions of customers around the world."

The new Melania project was announced not long after Amazon founder Bezos met with Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida and announced Amazon would donate $1 million to Trump’s inaugural fund.

Featured Image Credit: Leon Neal/Getty Images/ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images

Topics: Amazon, Donald Trump, Jeff Bezos, Melania Trump, Politics, Entertainment

Ellie Kemp
Ellie Kemp

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