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Former President Barack Obama stole the spotlight at the NBA All-Star Game by snagging a loose ball courtside with Michelle Obama in attendance, ribbing Reggie Miller during an on-court interview about 1990s Bulls–Pacers moments, and earning a warm ovation as the Obamas were shown on the arena's video boards.
Barack and Michelle Obama drew a roaring ovation on the video board as the 75th NBA All-Star Game opened at Inglewood’s Intuit Dome, with a star-studded crowd including NBA legends, current players, and prominent entertainers highlighting the event’s crossover appeal.
A video posted by President Trump on Truth Social shows Barack and Michelle Obama depicted with monkey-like imagery and repeats false claims about the 2020 election, drawing condemnation from prominent Democrats including Gavin Newsom and Ben Rhodes. The incident adds to Trump's history of using social-media visuals to attack opponents and follows earlier AI-generated clips targeting political figures.
A backlash to Melania Trump’s documentary coincided with a sharp resurgence of interest in Michelle Obama’s Becoming on Netflix, with Becoming racking up about 47.5 million viewing minutes (a roughly 13,300% weekend jump) and more than 480,000 streams, while Melania’s film sits at 5% on Rotten Tomatoes versus Becoming’s 93%. The Amazon-Produced Melania opened around $7 million on a $75 million budget, prompting discussions about possible bulk-ticket sales amid wider critical panning. The episode highlights how catalog titles can rebound in the zeitgeist even as new releases struggle.
Michelle Obama’s Becoming surged about 13,000% in weekend viewership (47.5 million minutes) after the prior weekend’s 354,000 minutes, while Melania’s documentary opened in US cinemas with roughly $7 million at the box office and weaker reviews, illustrating a sharp contrast in reception and audience engagement.
Netflix’s Michelle Obama documentary Becoming saw a colossal weekend boost in U.S. viewership, jumping about 13,300% to 47.5 million viewing minutes from Jan. 30–Feb. 1 (roughly 480k views/sessions), as Melania Trump’s documentary opened in theaters. Melania burst onto 1,800 screens, grossing about $7 million in its debut—described as the biggest opening for a non-fiction feature in a decade—while Becoming, directed by Nadia Hallgren, provides an intimate look at Obama’s life before and after the White House and during her book tour.
Barack and Michelle Obama urged Americans to recognize the dangers of federal immigration crackdowns after the deadly shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, calling for lawful, accountable enforcement and greater cooperation with state and local officials amid nationwide protests and video questions regarding official narratives.
Kumail Nanjiani addressed false rumors of an affair with Michelle Obama, clarifying he has never met her, amidst ongoing speculation about Michelle and Barack Obama's marriage, which they continue to deny and appear to be happily together.
Michelle Obama revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live that she and Barack Obama were supposed to see Rob and Michele Reiner the night they were found dead, and she criticized Donald Trump for his inflammatory remarks about Rob Reiner's death, emphasizing their decency and courage.
After losing access to Disney-owned channels on YouTube TV, viewers can still watch ABC shows like 'Dancing with the Stars' and the Michelle Obama special through DIRECTV, which offers a five-day free trial and various subscription plans to suit different entertainment needs.
Michelle Obama and Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson drew crowds on Martha’s Vineyard during a series of cultural events, including a film festival and book discussions, celebrating Black culture and community, with notable appearances by celebrities and politicians.
Stephen A. Smith responded to Michelle Obama's comments comparing ESPN's sports coverage to reality TV, expressing disagreement and feeling 'salty' about her remarks, while also addressing her political comments and voting stance.
Michelle Obama referenced sports and reality TV drama in her podcast, prompting Stephen A. Smith to respond with a lengthy personal grievance about her comments on voting and his feelings towards her, highlighting the ongoing media and political drama.
Melissa Winter, a longtime adviser and close confidante of Michelle Obama since her campaign days and White House years, has joined the Obama Foundation, where her insight will help shape the foundation's exhibits and programs.
Barack and Michelle Obama humorously addressed divorce rumors on Michelle's podcast, with Barack joking it was 'touch and go' for a while, while Michelle emphasized their strong marriage despite public speculation. They also discussed the importance of nurturing young men and addressing societal issues affecting boys and men.