White House Hosts VIP ‘Melania’ Screening with Mike Tyson and Tim Cook
The White House recently hosted a special screening of the highly anticipated film ‘Melania.’ This exclusive event was arranged by First Lady Melania Trump prior to the film’s official premiere at the Kennedy Center.
VIP Screening Details
The invitation-only dinner and screening took place on a Saturday evening in the East Room of the White House. Due to impending severe winter weather, Melania Trump welcomed approximately 70 guests, including family, friends, and notable figures.
Notable Attendees
- Director Brett Ratner
- Queen Rania of Jordan
- Apple CEO Tim Cook
- Zoom CEO Eric Yuan
- Mike Tyson
- Socialite Azzi Agnelli
- Self-help guru Tony Robbins
- Photographer Ellen von Unwerth
- Amazon CEO Andy Jassy
Event Highlights
As the usual screening room is under renovation to create a new ballroom, a temporary theater was constructed. This setup included advanced sound and film technology, supervised by Ratner, and featured a large movie screen for the occasion.
Guests were greeted by a military band that performed “Melania’s Waltz,” an original composition by Tony Neiman. The evening’s ambiance was further enhanced with specially designed black-and-white popcorn boxes served by gloved waiters to maintain a pristine presentation. Guests were also able to take home framed tickets as a souvenir.
Film Release Information
The Amazon-funded film has a production budget of $59 million and is set for a nationwide release on January 30. The premiere at the Kennedy Center will precede this by one day, with additional smaller premieres occurring in 20 cities, including Nashville, Boston, and San Francisco.
Film Overview
‘Melania’ chronicles the journey of Melania Trump from her husband’s 2025 presidential campaign to inauguration day. Notably, director Brett Ratner spent significant time at Mar-a-Lago to capture various scenes.
| Date Event | Location |
|---|---|
| January 29 | Kennedy Center Premiere |
| January 30 | Nationwide Theatrical Release |
As the evening unfolded, Melania Trump and her VIP guests experienced the film for the first time, marking a significant moment in the lead-up to its public release.
