Hillary Clinton Recalls Melania Trump's Uncertain Appearance at Rosalynn Carter's Funeral

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton shared her observations of Melania Trump's demeanor at Rosalynn Carter's funeral, describing her as looking like a child on the outside of a birthday party, unsure if she would be accepted.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton joined the co-hosts of "The View" on Thursday and reflected on her encounter with Melania Trump at Rosalynn Carter's funeral. Clinton described seeing Trump at the event, unsure if she would be welcomed.

Hillary Clinton Recalls Melania Trump's Uncertain Appearance at Rosalynn Carter's Funeral

"I saw Laura Bush - who is just absolutely delightful - talking with Melania Trump and none of us knew that she was going to be there. And Michelle and Jill Biden and I were, like, wow, nobody told us. But immediately, you know, all of our training, our good manners, everybody immediately went up and Michelle gave her one of her hugs and even Jill said how glad she was to see her and I said hello to her, and I write about how I thought it was a very positive thing for her to show up," Clinton said.

Clinton expressed sympathy for Melania's perceived nervousness at the funeral.

Hillary Clinton Recalls Melania Trump's Uncertain Appearance at Rosalynn Carter's Funeral

"I think it was a little scary. I say she looks like the kid on the outside of the birthday party, like, am I going to be accepted? Do I belong here?" Clinton said.

Clinton's observations align with her account in her new memoir, "Something Lost, Something Gained."

Hillary Clinton Recalls Melania Trump's Uncertain Appearance at Rosalynn Carter's Funeral

"Melania had a look on her face – very smiley but uncertain – that reminded me of the little kid at the birthday party who doesn’t know anyone and is waiting at the edge of the circle, hoping people are going to be nice," Clinton wrote, according to reports.

Clinton also appreciated Melania's decision to attend the funeral.

"I can appreciate how awkward it must have been," Clinton wrote.

Clinton reflected on the experience of being a first lady and the sense of camaraderie among the presidential wives.

"Jason Carter described us as the sisterhood of the presidential wives, and it made me reflect on my experience as first lady," Clinton said.

In response to Clinton's comments, "The View" co-hosts praised Melania for her attendance at the event.

Melania is expected to release her memoir, titled "Melania and Me," in the near future. The book is described as a "candid account" of her time as first lady, and Melania has stated that it will present "the truth" about her perspective.