Emma Thompson revealed that Donald Trump invited her on a date during the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland. The invitation came on the very day her divorce decree was finalized. In 1998, while filming Primary Colors, Thompson received a call from Trump who expressed his desire to take her out. At that time, Trump had separated from Marla Maples, while Thompson was in a relationship with Greg Wise. She humorously noted how an evening with Trump could have changed American history.
Speaking at the Locarno Film Festival, Emma Thompson revealed that Donald Trump invited her to dinner on the day her divorce was finalized, highlighting his interest in dating. She recalled how surprised she was to receive a call from Trump during the filming of Primary Colors in 1998, thinking it was a joke. Thompson reflected on Trump's propensity to seek out suitable dates, particularly divorcees, while noting her personal circumstances and relationships at the time.
Thompson shared the story at the Locarno Film Festival where she received the Leopard Club Award, recognizing her career contributions. Despite her relationship with Greg Wise, Thompson humorously considered how a date with Trump could have altered events in American history, underlining the unexpected nature of such encounters.
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