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Melania Trump Documentary Excludes Ivanka, Sparks Speculation

12/24/2025

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The documentary "Melania" focuses on Melania Trump's life up to the U.S. President Donald Trump's second inauguration.
Melania excludes Ivanka Trump from the film due to their strained relationship since 2017.
Ivanka Trump's absence from a recent state dinner fuels speculation about strained ties with Melania Trump.
Melania plans to limit Barron's media exposure in the documentary.
The film is directed by Brett Ratner and will premiere January 30, 2026.

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The documentary "Melania" focuses on Melania Trump's life up to the U.S. President Donald Trump's second inauguration.
Melania excludes Ivanka Trump from the film due to their strained relationship since 2017.
Ivanka Trump's absence from a recent state dinner fuels speculation about strained ties with Melania Trump.
Melania plans to limit Barron's media exposure in the documentary.
The film is directed by Brett Ratner and will premiere January 30, 2026.