Michelle Obama

Barack Obama April 20, 2021

Obamas: Derek Chauvin guilty verdict 'necessary step' toward progress but 'far from a sufficient one'

Former President Barack Obama and former first Lady Michelle Obama on Tuesday said the guilty verdict in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was a “necessary step” toward progress, but that it is “far from a sufficient one.”

EDUCATION April 14, 2021

Illinois school renamed to honor John Lewis, after 'Obama' proposal sparked backlash

The proposal to use the Obamas' name sparked backlash among a group of Latino activists last month, who argued that the school board should be more conscious about the message it's sending to immigrant families in the community given the Obama administration's track record on deportations.

TV April 13, 2021

‘The First Lady’ taps Regina Taylor to play Michelle Obama’s mother in Showtime anthology series

Emmy nominee Regina Taylor (“I’ll Fly Away”) is set as a series regular portraying Michelle Obama’s mother, in Showtime’s upcoming anthology series “The First Lady.”

Michelle Obama March 16, 2021

Michelle Obama reacts to Meghan Markle’s racism claims

Former first lady Michelle Obama said it “wasn’t a complete surprise” to hear Meghan Markle detail alleged racism within the British royal family.

Michelle Obama March 10, 2021

Michelle Obama looking ahead to 'retirement,’ passing torch to younger generation

Former first lady Michelle Obama says she’s looking toward retiring from public life at some point so the next generation can carry on her political activism and social justice efforts.

Movies March 10, 2021

Malia Obama to be played by ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ star Lexi Underwood in Showtime's 'The First Lady'

"Little Fires Everywhere" star Lexi Underwood will portray Malia Obama in the Showtime series "The First Lady"

SPORTS March 8, 2021

Michelle Obama, Mia Hamm among 9 chosen for Women's HOF

Former first lady Michelle Obama and soccer star Mia Hamm have been chosen for the National Women's Hall of Fame as part of a Class of 2021 announced Monday that also includes former PepsiCo Chief Executive Indra Nooyi and retired Brig. Gen. Rebecca Halstead.

Michelle Obama March 4, 2021

Michelle Obama warns that 'our democracy remains under attack' by state officials

Former First Lady Michelle Obama on Thursday urged the Senate on Thursday to approve a sweeping voting rights overhaul that received House approval this week, warning that “democracy remains under attack” from state officials attempting to suppress voter turnout.

Media February 9, 2021

Michelle Obama announces ‘Waffles + Mochi,’ a new Netflix show aimed at children

Former First Lady Michelle Obama announced on Tuesday that she will launch a new show for kids on Netflix that debuts March 16.

Michelle Obama January 7, 2021

Michelle Obama calls on tech giants to permanently ban Trump

The former first lady said a lack of stricter policies on social media platforms was enabling ‘monstrous behavior.’

Donald Trump December 29, 2020

Trump joins Michelle Obama at top of Gallup's 'Most Admired' lists

President Trump dethroned former President Barack Obama as the most admired man in 2020, while Obama's wife, Michelle Obama, was named most admired woman for the third year in a row.