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Trump Displays Queen Elizabeth II's Portrait at Mar-a-Lago
4/10/2026, 11:52:32 PM
Portrait as a Tribute
President Donald Trump has a reproduction of Queen Elizabeth II's last official portrait prominently displayed in the dining room of his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. This detail is revealed in Robert Hardman's biography, *Elizabeth II: In Private. In Public. The Inside Story*. The portrait, created by Polish-British artist Basia Kaczmarowska-Hamilton, was commissioned to commemorate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee and was completed just four months before her death in September 2022. Originally intended for the Polish Institute in London, the Queen was so pleased with the artwork that she chose to keep the original at Windsor Castle. A reproduction was later gifted to Trump by the artist.
Trump's Admiration for the Queen
Trump expressed a desire for a "permanent reminder" of the late monarch, stating, "She was so great. I wanted to hang her picture in a room where there is no one else on the wall." The portrait now hangs above a painting of a medieval ship in his dining area. Following the Queen's passing, Trump issued a statement reflecting on their time together, praising her "generous friendship, great wisdom, and wonderful sense of humor." He described her as "a grand and beautiful lady" and emphasized the significance of her legacy.
Official Statements & Responses
In his tribute, Trump remarked, "Our thoughts and prayers will remain with the great people of the United Kingdom as you honor her most meaningful life and exceptional service to the people." He also noted, "May God bless the Queen, may she reign forever in our hearts, and may God hold her and Prince Philip in abiding care." Trump reiterated his admiration during a recent interview, stating, "She literally never made a mistake, if you think about it."
Criticism & Opposition
Despite Trump's expressed admiration, there are conflicting accounts regarding the Queen's feelings towards him. In the 2024 documentary *The Cowboy and the Queen*, it was reported that Queen Elizabeth found Trump "very rude" during their interactions. This sentiment was echoed in Craig Brown's biography, *A Voyage Around the Queen*, which noted that she confided in a friend about her discomfort with Trump's behavior during their meetings.
What's Next
Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are scheduled to visit the White House later this month as King Charles III and Queen Camilla embark on a state visit to the United States. This upcoming visit may further highlight the complex relationship between Trump and the British monarchy.
Verbatim Quotes
- “She was so great. I wanted to hang her picture in a room where there is no one else on the wall,” — Donald Trump
- “What a grand and beautiful lady she was – there was nobody like her!” — Donald Trump
- “She was there for so many decades, and she literally never made a mistake, if you think about it," Trump said.” — Donald Trump
- “She particularly disliked the way he couldn't stop looking over her shoulder, as though in search of others more interesting.” — Craig Brown, author
