Army Sergeant Shares Heartwarming Moment with Melania Trump During Commander-in-Chief Ball
The Commander-in-Chief Ball, marking the beginning of Donald Trumpās second term, delivered a night of tradition and patriotism.
Among the eveningās highlights was First Lady Melania Trumpās graceful dance with U.S. Army Sergeant Henry Waller, a moment that captivated millions online.
Clips of their waltz quickly went viral, with viewers curious about a brief exchange between Melania and Waller mid-dance.
In an exclusive interview with Inside Edition, Waller shared the touching details.
āI asked her how her evening was going, and she said it was going well.
She asked the same, and I told her, āItās fantastic.āā
Waller described the experience as overwhelming yet joyful, praising the First Lady as āan excellent dancer.ā
The ball underscored the Trumpsā return to the White House and highlighted Melaniaās poised reentry into the spotlight.
Wearing a white HervƩ Pierre gown with bold black trim, she turned heads and reignited discussions about her evolving role.
“It was fantasticāshe’s a really good dancer,ā said Sergeant Henry Waller, who danced with Melania Trump at the Commander-in-Chief’s Ball on the night of the inauguration. All eyes were on the soldier as he stepped in to dance with the First Lady, giving her a twirl. pic.twitter.com/PmHVU9D06s
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Reports suggest Melania will split her time between Washington, D.C., and New York to prioritize their teenage son Barronās education.
The dance symbolized unity and respect between the nationās leaders and its military heroes, leaving a lasting impression on all who watched.