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Trump's speech began with a series of well-delivered, self-deprecating jokes. When he turned his focus on his opponent, the atmosphere in the room however changed
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Fellow diners looked uncomfortable with some of his chosen attacks. Some crossed their arms, looked away from Trump and even held their head in their hands as Trump accused Clinton of 'hating Catholics'
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The Republican candidate pushed through their hostility, accusing his opponent of 'hating Catholics' and being 'corrupt'
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Trump was well-received at first, receiving enthusiastic laughter from even the subject of his jokes
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Clinton followed her opponent, speaking more calmly but still landing a number of stinging blows
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Clinton was given a more merciful reception by the event. Cardinal Donal looked on in delight as she deliveredher speech
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While Clinton won laughs with her own script of jokes, she too used the opportunity to land several stinging blows on her opponent
[h=3]FROM THE STATUE OF LIBERTY TO MELANIA'S COPY CAT SPEECH... CLINTON AND TRUMP'S ZINGERS[/h]Trump
'Some people think this would be tough for me, but the truth is I'm actually a modest person. Very modest. Many people tell me that modesty is perhaps my best quality, even better than my temperament.
'Tonight's event, or as I call it, a small, intimate dinner with some friends. Or, as Hillary calls it, her largest crowd of the season.'
'Last night, I called Hillary a "nasty woman"This stuff is all relative. After listening to Hillary rattle on and on, I don't think so badly of Rosie O'Donnell anymore. In fact, I'm actually starting to like Rosie a lot.'
'We have proven that we can actually be civil to each other. In fact, just before taking the dias, Hillary accidentally bumped into me and she, very civilly, said: "Pardon me." And I, very politely, said: "Let me talk to you about that after I get into office."
'Michelle Obama made a speech and everyone loves it, it's fantastic. My wife, Melania, gives the exact same speech. And people get on her case. And I don't get it. I don't know why. And it wasn't her fault. Stand up, Melania, come on.'
Clinton
'This is such a special event that I took a break from my rigorous nap schedule to be here.'
'Mortal enemies, bitter foes, I've gotta ask, how did you get the governor and the mayor here together?'
'people look at the Statue of Liberty and they see a proud symbol of our history as a nation of immigrants, a beacon of hope for people around the world. Donald looks at the Statue of Liberty and sees a four. Maybe a five if she removes the torch and tablet and changes her hair.'
'Donald wanted me drug tested before last night's debate. I am so flattered that Donald thought I used some sort of performance enhancer. Now actually, I did. It's called preparation.'
‘And you know because this is a friendly dinner for such a great cause, Donald, if at any time you don't like what I'm saying, feel free to stand up and shout “wrong” while I'm talking. You know, come to think of it, it’s amazing I'm up here after Donald. I didn’t think he'd be OK with a peaceful transition of power.
'Some people think this would be tough for me, but the truth is I'm actually a modest person. Very modest. Many people tell me that modesty is perhaps my best quality, even better than my temperament.
'Tonight's event, or as I call it, a small, intimate dinner with some friends. Or, as Hillary calls it, her largest crowd of the season.'
'Last night, I called Hillary a "nasty woman"This stuff is all relative. After listening to Hillary rattle on and on, I don't think so badly of Rosie O'Donnell anymore. In fact, I'm actually starting to like Rosie a lot.'
'We have proven that we can actually be civil to each other. In fact, just before taking the dias, Hillary accidentally bumped into me and she, very civilly, said: "Pardon me." And I, very politely, said: "Let me talk to you about that after I get into office."
'Michelle Obama made a speech and everyone loves it, it's fantastic. My wife, Melania, gives the exact same speech. And people get on her case. And I don't get it. I don't know why. And it wasn't her fault. Stand up, Melania, come on.'
Clinton
'This is such a special event that I took a break from my rigorous nap schedule to be here.'
'Mortal enemies, bitter foes, I've gotta ask, how did you get the governor and the mayor here together?'
'people look at the Statue of Liberty and they see a proud symbol of our history as a nation of immigrants, a beacon of hope for people around the world. Donald looks at the Statue of Liberty and sees a four. Maybe a five if she removes the torch and tablet and changes her hair.'
'Donald wanted me drug tested before last night's debate. I am so flattered that Donald thought I used some sort of performance enhancer. Now actually, I did. It's called preparation.'
‘And you know because this is a friendly dinner for such a great cause, Donald, if at any time you don't like what I'm saying, feel free to stand up and shout “wrong” while I'm talking. You know, come to think of it, it’s amazing I'm up here after Donald. I didn’t think he'd be OK with a peaceful transition of power.
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The pair did manage to shake hands, coming together at the end of the event to bid each other goodnight
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Trump's biggest laugh came when he poked fun at his wife Melania's accused plagiarism of Michelle Obama's 2008 DNC speech. He invited the 46-year-old to stand to receive the audience's applause (above)
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Melania Trump was in high spirits throughout the event which typically serves as lighthearted respite from the animosity of a presidential campaign
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There were a few tender moments between the pair who exchanged jokes at the dinner table while dessert was served
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Clinton was sent into giggles by her opponent's joke. Trump leaned over Cardinal Dolan's chair to deliver his punchline
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Clinton was not joined by her husband at Thursday's event. Melania Trump sat beside her husband
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Trump sucked on a glass of soda while other audience members kept their gaze on the podium where Clinton was speaking
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In a show of his allegiance, former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani approached Trump and Melania after dinner
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New York Mayor Bill de Blasio enjoyed an awkward handshake with Governor Andrew Cuomo after Clinton's description of the pair as 'mortal foes'
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Former mayor Rudy Giuliani made no attempt to disguise his contempt after finding himself the target of one of Clinton's jokes
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Clinton spoke animatedly to Cardinal Dolan, ignoring Trump as he attempted to squeeze his way past her
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The pair came face to face again at the annual dinner where they were separated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan
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Clinton averted her gaze as her opponent entered the room, dutifully applauding him alongside other guests
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Trump was joined by his wife Melania who smiled her way through the first course of the dinner
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The pair maintained a safe distance until Cardinal Dolan took his seat at the event which raises money for charities linked to the Archdiocese of New York
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Cardinal Dolan gave Trump a warm pat on the back as he made his way towards his seat. The Donald, meanwhile, cast a less kind expression to his opponent as she looked away
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Clinton appeared to frown as she made her way past Trump's beaming wife Melania before he entered the room
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Trump gave his signature thumbs up as he made his way towards his seat, his entrance carefully documented by other guests
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Al E. Smith IV made a risky joke to kick off the proceedings, jesting that Clinton had asked Trump to 'leave the women's dressing room' ahead of the event
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The dueling pair managed a smile while posing for official photographs with Cardinal Dolan ahead of the event
