Trump Earned $10.7 Million for Amazon's 'Melania' Documentary

President Donald Trump reported a $10.71 million licensing fee as income on his 2025 financial disclosure report, stemming from the documentary "Melania." This film, produced by Amazon MGM Studios, focuses on former First Lady Melania Trump. The disclosure details Trump's earnings from the project, highlighting a significant financial transaction associated with the documentary's distribution.

Amazon MGM Studios acquired the rights to "Melania" for a reported $40 million. The studio also invested approximately $35 million in marketing the documentary. Despite these substantial expenditures, the film generated around $16.6 million in revenue. The financial disclosure provides a specific figure for Trump's personal earnings from the licensing agreement, offering insight into the financial arrangements surrounding the production and distribution of the documentary.

The disclosure, filed as part of standard presidential financial reporting, outlines Trump's assets and income streams. The $10.71 million fee represents a direct payment to Trump for the use of content or rights related to the "Melania" documentary. This figure is distinct from the acquisition and marketing costs incurred by Amazon MGM Studios, as well as the film's box office performance.