Barack Obama’s Daughter, Malia Drops The ‘Obama’ Name in Bold Move to Forge Her Own Path – Michelle Defends Her Decision

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of former U.S. President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle, has sent social media into a spin after revealing she’s dropping the famous “Obama” surname to build a name for herself — literally.

The 26-year-old, now going by Malia Ann, is diving head-first into the film industry and wants to do it on her own steam, without riding the coattails of her world-famous parents. The bold rebrand has stirred up plenty of chatter online, with critics and fans locked in debate over the move.

But proud mum Michelle Obama isn’t having any of the backlash. In a recent interview, the former First Lady defended her daughter’s decision, saying:

“It is very important for my kids to feel like they’ve earned what they get in the world. They don’t want people to assume they haven’t worked hard or that things have just been handed to them. They’re very sensitive to that – they want to be their own people.”

And it’s clear Malia means business. Already making waves behind the scenes in Hollywood, she’s determined to carve out a career on her own merit—no presidential perks included.

The move has shocked some, inspired others, and lit up the internet, but one thing’s certain: Malia Ann is stepping out of the shadows and into her own spotlight.

 

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