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Introduction of Melania and Donald Trump

The introduction of Melania and Donald Trump, reportedly by Paolo Zampolli at a 1998 party.

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Jan 15, 2026
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How did Melania and Donald Trump first meet?

Donald Trump and Melania (then Melania Knauss) first crossed paths in New York City in September 1998 at a Fashion Week party hosted by modeling agent Paolo Zampolli — the event has been identified as...

Jan 6, 2026

Where did trump meet melania

Donald Trump met Melania Knauss (later Melania Trump) in 1998 at a New York City fashion‑week party—most accounts place the encounter at a Paolo Zampolli–hosted event at the Kit Kat Club or a VIP fash...