Why Malin Akerman connects her Hunting Wives character to Melania Trump

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13 Aug 2025 • 8:00 AM MYT
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  • Malin Akerman revealed her character Margo in Netflix's new drama The Hunting Wives was inspired by Melania Trump.
  • Akerman's character, a wealthy housewife, sees her expectations shift when her husband pursues a career in politics, mirroring Melania Trump's public trajectory.
  • The series, an adaptation of May Cobb’s 2021 thriller, follows Sophie (Brittany Snow) as she moves to East Texas and becomes involved with a group of socialite housewives.
  • Akerman described Margo as a 'survivor' whose actions are driven by necessity to advance her personal agenda.
  • The Hunting Wives has recently seen a surge in viewership, ranking highly on Netflix's top 10 most-watched series.

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