Oscar-Winning Actress Jokes Trump Was “Stalking” Her During 1998 ‘Primary Colors’ Filming
Emma Thompson Recalls Unexpected Call from Donald Trump
British actress Emma Thompson shared a surprising story about receiving a phone call from Donald Trump on the very day her divorce was finalized. Speaking at the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland, where she was honored with the Leopard Club Award, Thompson recounted the incident that happened while filming the 1998 dramedy Primary Colors.
The Unexpected Phone Call
- Thompson was in her trailer when the phone rang, and a voice identified himself as Donald Trump.
- Trump invited her to one of his properties for dinner, saying, “I’d love you to come and stay at one of my beautiful places.”
- Thompson joked she initially thought it was a prank and noted the timing coincided with her divorce decree.
Emma Thompson’s Witty Take on the Situation
- She humorously described the call as “stalking,” suggesting Trump’s team was likely searching for a “nice divorcee” to date.
- Reflecting on the moment, she joked, “I could have changed the course of American history” if she had accepted the invitation.
Background on Thompson’s Personal Life
- Emma Thompson’s divorce from actor Kenneth Branagh was finalized in 1998 after their 1989-1995 marriage.
- She later married Greg Wise in 2003.
- Trump had separated from his second wife, Marla Maples, around the same time and married Melania Trump in 2005.
Similar Stories from Other Celebrities
- Actress Salma Hayek shared an encounter where Trump asked her out despite her having a boyfriend.
- Hayek recalled Trump insisting, “He’s not good enough for you. You should go out with me.”
- Salma Hayek is now married to French billionaire François-Henri Pinault.
Emma Thompson’s amusing revelation offers a rare glimpse into Donald Trump’s personal side during the late 1990s, highlighting a surprising intersection of celebrity, timing, and humor.
