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A look at the film appearances of politicians

Former President Donald Trump won the US presidency for a second term on Wednesday in one of the biggest political comebacks in American history, edging out his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in a bitterly contested election. The 78-year-old Republican leader secured the 270 electoral votes needed for the presidency with a victory in the key battleground state of Wisconsin. But did you know that Donald Trump has also made numerous cameo appearances in films, television series and commercials since the 1980s? Out of Home Alone 2: Lost in New York To Across the sea of ​​time, and from Le Cirque: A Table in Heaven To Wall Street: Money never sleepsDonald Trump surprised the audience with his appearances. Here is a list of some notable films

1. Ghosts can't do that (1989): In this romantic comedy, Donald Trump plays himself in a short scene. He helps a woman with business advice.

2. Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992): In this Christmas classic, Kevin McCallister (played by Macaulay Culkin) asks Donald Trump for directions in the lobby of the Plaza Hotel. Donald Trump, the hotel owner at the time, pointed him in the right direction.

3. The little rascals (1994): Donald Trump's Waldo Johnston II is the wealthy father of Waldo Johnston III (played by Blake McIver Ewing), one of the main characters. In a humorous moment, he tells Waldo on the phone, “Waldo, you're the best son money can buy.”

4. Across the sea of ​​time (1995): In this family-friendly adventure film, Donald Trump greets a little boy visiting New York City.

5. The employee (1996): In the Whoopi Goldberg-directed film, Donald Trump quickly appears in a business setting.

6. 54 (1998): Donald Trump makes a cameo appearance in this drama about the famous New York nightclub Studio 54. He attends a party and fits into the celebrity-filled environment.

7. celebrity (1998): In this comedy directed by Woody Allen, Donald Trump plays himself. He is seen with other New York celebrities at a glamorous event.

8. Zoolander (2001): Donald Trump plays himself during a red carpet appearance. He talks about the film's main character, model Derek Zoolander (played by Ben Stiller).

9. Two week notice period (2002): Donald Trump appears as himself at a charity ball. He speaks briefly with billionaire figure George Wade (played by Hugh Grant).

10. Wall Street: Money never sleeps (2010): In this sequel to the 1987 film Wall Street, Donald Trump reflects on his personality in the world of finance.

Apart from these films, Donald Trump has also appeared in other projects such as: Eddie, POM Wonderful Presents: The Best Movie Ever Sold And Small Potatoes: Who Killed the USFL?