All articles tagged with #malia obama
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo
Malia and Sasha Obama attended Stella Banderas's wedding in Spain discreetly, highlighting their efforts to stay under the radar while engaging in the entertainment industry and personal life events.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by SheKnows
Malia and Sasha Obama attended the private wedding of Stella Banderas in Spain, quietly slipping into the event to avoid the spotlight, while Malia pursues a career in film under her own name to establish her independence.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by ABC News
Michelle Obama expressed support for her daughter Malia dropping her last name professionally, highlighting her desire for independence and to be recognized for her own efforts, reflecting broader themes of self-identity and personal growth.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BuzzFeed
Malia Obama, now 25, made her directorial debut at Sundance and revealed her Hollywood stage name, Malia Ann. Her film, "an odd little story" about grief, forgiveness, and regret, aims to make viewers feel less lonely and remember the people who matter.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Cut
Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of Barack and Michelle Obama, has reportedly adopted the professional name "Malia Ann," as seen in her directorial credit for a short film showcased at the Sundance Institute. This decision has sparked discussions about nepotism and her parents' influence, with some defending her right to choose her professional identity. The move seems to reflect her desire to establish her own identity separate from her famous parents, as she navigates a career in the entertainment industry.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent
Whoopi Goldberg defended Malia Obama's decision to use her first and middle names instead of her famous last name for her creative projects, arguing that she has the right to call herself whatever she wants. Critics have scrutinized Malia's choice, but Goldberg and her co-hosts on The View supported her decision, highlighting the challenges of living in the shadow of her famous parents. Malia's debut short film, The Heart, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and explores themes of grief, forgiveness, and regret.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Malia Obama released her directorial debut, "The Heart," under the stage name Malia Ann in an attempt to distance herself from her famous family's name and the "nepo baby" label. Despite studying filmmaking at Harvard and working on various entertainment projects, she faced criticism on social media for trying to avoid nepotism accusations. Some defended her decision, stating that she wanted to establish her own identity outside of her well-known family. The short film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, where Malia expressed her hope that it would resonate with viewers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by E! NEWS
Whoopi Goldberg fiercely defends Malia Obama's decision to use the stage name "Malia Ann" for her latest project, emphasizing that she has the right to choose her own identity. The former first daughter's career is on the rise, with her directorial debut and staff writer credit receiving positive feedback. Whoopi and her cohosts urge people to leave Malia alone, pointing out that many celebrities have changed their names for their careers, and Malia is no different.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Page Six
Whoopi Goldberg defended Malia Obama's decision to use her middle name professionally for her film career, slamming trolls who criticized her for not using her famous last name. Goldberg emphasized that Malia has the right to be whoever she wants to be and praised her for carving her own path in the film industry. She and her co-hosts on "The View" argued that Malia is trying to combat nepotism and should be left alone to pursue her own dreams, urging people to focus on more pressing issues. Goldberg's support for Malia's decision seems to be personal, as she herself uses a stage name to protect her family and personal life.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hindustan Times
Malia Obama, daughter of Barack and Michelle Obama, has adopted a new stage name, Malia Ann, as she ventures into Hollywood as a filmmaker. Her short film, The Heart, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and explores the intricate relationship between a mother and her son. Prior to this, Malia interned on the HBO series Girls and worked as a staff writer on Donald Glover's Amazon Prime series Swarm, receiving praise for her talent and dedication in the industry.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
Malia Obama, using the name Malia Ann, made her directorial debut at Sundance with the short film "The Heart," receiving mixed reviews and accusations of nepotism. The 18-minute film tells the story of a grieving son, but has been criticized as "forgettable" and "truly dreadful" on review platforms. Despite her famous connections, including mentorship from Donald Glover and production support from his company, the film has faced scrutiny for its perceived nepotism.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by E! NEWS
Malia Obama, daughter of Barack and Michelle Obama, has adopted her middle name "Ann" as her stage name for her burgeoning Hollywood career, distancing herself from her famous last name. This move comes as she makes her directorial debut at the Sundance Film Festival and garners praise for her writing and artistic abilities. The article also features insights from other celebrity children navigating the entertainment industry and addressing the challenges of nepotism.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Malia Obama, daughter of Barack and Michelle Obama, is now using her middle name, Ann, as her stage name for her Hollywood career, as she recently made her red carpet debut at the Sundance Film Festival for her film project "The Heart." The move is seen as an effort to distance herself from her famous parents, who have also ventured into entertainment with Higher Ground Productions. This decision mirrors other celebrity children who have taken stage names to establish their own identities in the industry, sparking a wider conversation about nepotism in Hollywood.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Root
Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of former President Barack Obama, has dropped her famous last name and is now known simply as Malia Ann as she pursues a career in filmmaking. Her short film, "The Heart," premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, sparking both support and criticism. While some accuse her of trying to avoid nepotism accusations, others defend her right to establish herself as a filmmaker on her own merits. Despite the challenges of having a famous last name, Malia is focused on making her art stand on its own.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
Malia Obama's debut short film, "The Heart," has received negative reviews on the movie social network Letterboxd, with some critics appearing to be politically motivated. Despite some praise for the film's visual language and potential, others criticized her familial wealth and connections, questioning her ability to fail and accusing her of nepotism. The film, which tells the story of a grieving son, has been described as a promising debut by some, but has also faced scrutiny due to Malia's status as the daughter of former President Barack Obama.