In a moment that caught the world’s attention, former First Lady Melania Trump joined her husband, Donald Trump, for a high-profile visit to Windsor Castle. The couple was warmly welcomed by Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, marking a much-anticipated meeting between two women who are frequently praised for their impeccable style.
Stepping out of Marine One on 17 September, Melania looked elegant as ever, reaching out to shake hands with a smiling Kate Middleton. Official photographs show the pair exchanging pleasantries and walking together alongside Prince William, King Charles III, and Queen Camilla, as cameras captured the group in animated conversation.
According to professional lip reader Nicola Hickling, one of the viral clips from the event may reveal a surprisingly heartfelt moment between the two women. Hickling believes Kate began the exchange with a friendly comment about Melania’s coat, reportedly saying: “Your Macintosh is the same one I have. I wear it each time I fly.”
Melania is said to have responded warmly: “I know, it’s exceptional and such a comfort. Sometimes I wear it to the house.”
It was then, Hickling claims, that Melania made a more emotional remark hinting at her fondness for Britain. The Slovenian-born former First Lady reportedly said: “Sometimes when I come, I don’t want to go back.”
While the authenticity of lip-reading interpretations can’t be verified, the exchange has sparked widespread conversation online. Many viewers saw it as a rare glimpse of Melania’s personal feelings during an otherwise formal event.
The moment comes as the Trumps navigate a challenging political landscape in the United States. In past interviews, Melania has spoken openly about how public life and heightened security concerns have affected her family, noting: “As soon as he announced that he was running for the presidency, everything really changed.”
Diplomats had expected weighty topics to arise during this UK visit as well. Former British Ambassador to the US Lord Kim Darroch suggested ahead of the meeting that global security issues—such as the ongoing situation in Ukraine—would likely be part of the discussions between American and British leaders. “This is a real opportunity to strengthen ties and make the best of it,” he told Sky News.
Whether or not the lip reader’s claims are entirely accurate, the images of Melania and Kate sharing a seemingly genuine moment have captivated audiences worldwide—showing that even at the highest levels of diplomacy, personal warmth can shine through.
