Amazon says filming is underway for a $40 million documentary chronicling the life of incoming first lady, Melania Trump. The documentary, due to stream on Prime Video in mid-2025, will reportedly offer an “unprecedented” perspective on her life.
The announcement follows a recent meeting between Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and President-elect Donald Trump at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, which draws attention to their relationship.
Melania is set to serve as the executive producer of her own limited series and the documentary. Hollywood director Brett Ratner, known for the “Rush Hour” movies and Academy Award-winning “The Revenant,” will direct the projects.
Bezos, who also owns The Washington Post, has recently faced scrutiny in politics, such as when he halted the newspaper’s planned endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris just days before the 2024 election.
Bezos said presidential endorsements can create a perception of bias and “do nothing to tip the scales of an election.”
Last week, The Post received additional criticism after a cartoonist resigned. The cartoonist claimed her sketch depicting Bezos and other wealthy figures paying tribute to a statue of Trump was rejected. She said she wanted to hold those in power accountable.
Bezos also made headlines last month for pledging a $1 million donation to Trump’s inaugural fund.
Neither the incoming first lady nor the president-elect have publicly commented on the project.
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