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Melania Trump Calls Mar-a-Lago 'More Than a Home' in New Documentary
The first lady's rare on-camera appearance provides a glimpse into her life at the Florida estate.
Feb. 6, 2026 at 4:07pm
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In a new documentary, first lady Melania Trump gives viewers a rare behind-the-scenes look at her life, including her time at the family's Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida. Trump calls the Florida property "more than a home" and describes it as a "refuge from the outside world," highlighting her son Barron's upbringing there and the family's preparations for Inauguration Day.
Why it matters
The documentary provides a unique window into the private life of the first lady, who has maintained a relatively low public profile compared to her husband. It also sheds light on the role of Mar-a-Lago, which has served as a second home and retreat for the Trump family.
The details
The documentary, directed by Brett Ratner, features several scenes filmed at Mar-a-Lago. In one, Trump is seen leaving the estate and heading to New York City for meetings. She later returns to Florida to meet with her husband and Queen Rania of Jordan. Trump also discusses her son Barron's upbringing at Mar-a-Lago, where he took swim, golf, and tennis lessons. Additionally, the film captures a meeting between the then-president-elect and his wife as they discussed security and logistics for Inauguration Day.
- The documentary premiered on February 6, 2026.
- The scenes at Mar-a-Lago were filmed in the months leading up to Donald Trump's inauguration in January 2017.
The players
Melania Trump
The first lady of the United States from 2017 to 2021, who is the subject of the documentary.
Donald Trump
The 45th president of the United States, who is Melania Trump's husband and is featured in the documentary.
Barron Trump
The son of Donald and Melania Trump, who is shown in the documentary as a child growing up at Mar-a-Lago.
Queen Rania of Jordan
The queen consort of Jordan, who met with Melania Trump at Mar-a-Lago as part of the documentary.
Brett Ratner
The director of the documentary about Melania Trump.
What they’re saying
“Mar-a-Lago is more than a home.”
— Melania Trump, First Lady
“We have to compete with the championship? How did that happen?”
— Donald Trump, President-Elect
“is it safe”
— Melania Trump, First Lady
What’s next
The documentary is expected to continue generating interest and discussion around the private life of the first family and the role of Mar-a-Lago in their lives.
The takeaway
The documentary provides a rare glimpse into Melania Trump's perspective on her life and role as first lady, highlighting the significance of Mar-a-Lago as a personal retreat and family home for the Trumps.
