Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner could be preparing to trade politics for Hollywood. A new report claims the couple is interested in becoming executive producers, offering a possible explanation for their recent house hunt in Malibu.
According to the New York Daily News, Ivanka and Jared have been exploring opportunities in the entertainment industry as they consider spending more time on the West Coast. The outlet cited an unnamed source who claimed Ivanka is ready for a new chapter after stepping away from her previous political role.
© Romain Maurice“She is bored. She wants to dress up and attend the Cannes and Venice film festivals,” the source claimed. Neither Ivanka nor Jared has confirmed plans to enter Hollywood, and no specific film or television projects have been announced.
Still, the report arrives amid growing speculation about the couple’s interest in establishing a base near Los Angeles.
© Jean CatuffeTheir reported Malibu house hunt:
Page Six previously reported that Ivanka and Jared had toured several high-end properties in Malibu. The couple was also spotted dining at Nobu Malibu with a Secret Service detail during their visit to California.
A representative for the pair declined to comment on the house hunt, and it remains unclear whether they are considering relocating permanently, purchasing a second home or simply exploring the market.
© Alexander TamargoThe possibility of a Hollywood venture now offers another potential reason for their interest in the celebrity-filled coastal community. Malibu would give them privacy while placing them within reach of major studios, entertainment executives and Los Angeles’ social scene.
It could also bring them closer to Jared’s younger brother, Joshua Kushner, and his wife, Karlie Kloss. The couple purchased Malibu’s iconic Wave House for $29.5 million in 2024. Designed by architect Harry Gesner, the oceanfront property is considered one of the area’s most recognizable residences.
© Michael M. SantiagoJared Kushner’s influential connections:
The Daily News also pointed to Jared’s international business relationships as a potential asset should the couple pursue entertainment projects.
Jared founded the investment firm Affinity Partners after leaving Washington in 2021. The company has attracted significant backing from investors in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
© 305picsThe Malibu reports also coincided with another major development for the Kushner family. Joshua Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger recently reached an agreement to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers in a record-breaking transaction valuing the franchise at $12.5 billion.
Although there has been speculation that Jared could become involved with the ownership group, no official role has been announced.
A new chapter away from politics:
Ivanka has maintained a considerably more private lifestyle since leaving her position as a senior White House adviser in 2021. She previously made it clear that she wanted to prioritize her family and did not plan to return to politics.
© YOAN VALATShe and Jared subsequently established a home with their three children on Indian Creek Island, the highly secured Miami enclave known as “Billionaire’s Bunker.” Their neighbors have included some of the country’s most prominent business and sports figures.
In recent years, Ivanka has focused on family life, travel, wellness and philanthropic efforts while occasionally attending high-profile social events. Moving into entertainment would represent a significant professional reinvention for the former fashion entrepreneur and presidential adviser.
For now, the possibility remains based on anonymous-source reporting. But when combined with the couple’s reported search for a Malibu property, their growing connections to Los Angeles and Ivanka’s increasing presence at international events, the idea of an unexpected Hollywood chapter is generating plenty of curiosity.
