Co-hosted the Miss Teen USA Pageant

At the age of 15, Ivanka Trump co-hosted the Miss Teen USA Pageant, an event that was partially owned by her father, Donald Trump. This role marked her early entry into the public eye and the entertainment industry, showcasing her ability to engage with a diverse audience. The Miss Teen USA Pageant, established in the early 1980s, aimed to empower young women and promote their talents, intelligence, and social awareness. By co-hosting the event, Ivanka not only contributed to its visibility but also began to carve out her own identity within the Trump brand, which was already well-known in the business and entertainment sectors. Her involvement in the pageant set the stage for her future endeavors in modeling, business, and reality television, including her later roles in 'The Apprentice' and 'Celebrity Apprentice'. This experience provided her with a platform to develop her public speaking skills and gain media exposure, which would prove beneficial in her subsequent career pursuits.