Amazon’s ‘Melania’ Doc Celebrated at Exclusive White House Party (Photos)
On a snowy Saturday evening, First Lady Melania Trump and director Brett Ratner hosted an exclusive screening for their documentary, *Melania*, at the White House. The event took place in the East Room and gathered approximately 70 distinguished guests from various fields.
Exclusive Screening Details
The black-tie event was private and not publicly advertised. Notable attendees included:
- Queen Rania of Jordan
- Apple CEO Tim Cook
- Amazon CEO Andy Jassy
- Zoom CEO Eric Yuan
- Fashion designer Adam Lippes
- Socialite Azzi Agnelli
- Former professional boxer Mike Tyson
- Self-help guru Tony Robbins
- Photographer Ellen von Unwerth
- New York Stock Exchange CEO Lynn Martin
- AMD CEO Lisa Su
Other notable guests included Barron Trump and Ratner’s mother, Marsha Presman. However, key Trump officials and cabinet members were not present.
About the Documentary
The documentary, funded by Amazon, is set to be released in theaters on January 30. It chronicles 20 days in Melania Trump’s life leading up to Inauguration Day during Trump’s 2025 presidential campaign. Sources reveal that Ratner spent significant time at Mar-a-Lago while shooting the film.
Event Highlights
Guests enjoyed a full military band and were greeted with unique gifts, including:
- Commemorative black and white popcorn boxes
- Framed collectable screening tickets
- Cookies featuring the first lady’s name
- A limited-edition version of Melania’s bestselling book
The evening attracted criticism due to concurrent national issues, including a violent incident in Minnesota involving an anti-ICE protestor. Critics such as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez voiced strong disapproval on social media, highlighting a disconnect between the event and pressing societal issues.
Reactions and Contributions
Despite the backlash, Melania Trump expressed her gratitude on social media, reflecting on the inspiration drawn from her guests. “It was an honor to present my new film, *Melania*, ahead of its global launch,” she stated.
In addition to the screening, Melania is also expected to ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange and attend the film’s premiere at Washington’s Kennedy Center with approximately 1,000 guests.
