{"id":17065,"date":"2025-06-15T18:27:57","date_gmt":"2025-06-15T18:27:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=17065"},"modified":"2025-09-02T02:12:46","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T02:12:46","slug":"barack-obamas-daughter-turns-heads-after-changing-her-name","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=17065","title":{"rendered":"Barack Obama\u2019s Daughter Turns Heads After \u2018Changing\u2019 Her Name"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in February 2024.<\/em><\/p><div class=\"mmjnk69f5994c14419\" ><div style=\"width:100%; max-width:1200px; margin:0 auto;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/bolt-casino.com?r=0BFDBF1283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n    <img \n      src=\"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/f8693ebb-2018-480f-a2f7-0096810c07f0.jpg\" \n      alt=\"200% Deposit Bonus + 10% Cashback\" \n      style=\"width:100%; height:auto; display:block; border-radius:8px; cursor:pointer;\"\n    \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.mmjnk69f5994c14419 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.mmjnk69f5994c14419 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.mmjnk69f5994c14419 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.mmjnk69f5994c14419 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.mmjnk69f5994c14419 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>In a bold move, Hollywood newcomer Malia Ann is rewriting her own narrative by shedding the Obama surname and stepping into the limelight on her terms.<\/p>\n<p>Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of Barack and Michelle Obama, is making waves with her latest film project, \u201cThe Heart.\u201d Opting for a fresh start, she chose to embrace her middle name, signaling a break from the shadows of her high-profile parents.<\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--body-item m-detail--body-item-inline\">\n<figure class=\"l-inline tml-image m-detail--tml-image--inline\"><picture class=\"is-loaded\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjA0Njg3NTk0MjMwNDU3Njc1\/malia2.webp 380w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjA0Njg3NTk0MjMwNDU3Njc1\/malia2.webp 620w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0MjMwNDU3Njc1\/malia2.webp 700w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjA0Njg3NTk0MjMwNDU3Njc1\/malia2.png 380w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjA0Njg3NTk0MjMwNDU3Njc1\/malia2.png 620w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0MjMwNDU3Njc1\/malia2.png 700w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"m-detail--tml-image m-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/t_share\/MjA0Njg3NTk0MjMwNDU3Njc1\/malia2.png\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" alt=\"Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, smiling at a red carpet event,\u00a0Photo Credit: Entertainment Tonight\/Youtube\" width=\"1432\" height=\"864\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0MjMwNDU3Njc1\/malia2.png\" \/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<p class=\"tml-image--caption\">Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, smiling at a red carpet event,\u00a0<em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<\/em>Entertainment Tonight\/Youtube<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The unveiling of Malia\u2019s new identity occurred at the prestigious 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where the 25-year-old filmmaker showcased her directorial debut. The red carpet premiere of \u201cThe Heart\u201d marked Malia Ann\u2019s official introduction to Hollywood as a distinct creative force.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s intriguing is the absence of the Obama power duo at the Sundance Film Festival. While they\u2019ve successfully ventured into the entertainment industry with \u201cHigher Ground Productions,\u201d the Obamas decided to let Malia Ann shine independently.<\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--body-item m-detail--body-item-inline\">\n<figure class=\"l-inline tml-image m-detail--tml-image--inline\"><picture class=\"is-loaded\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDM0Mzc5\/malia3.webp 380w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDM0Mzc5\/malia3.webp 620w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDM0Mzc5\/malia3.webp 700w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDM0Mzc5\/malia3.png 380w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDM0Mzc5\/malia3.png 620w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDM0Mzc5\/malia3.png 700w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"m-detail--tml-image m-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/t_share\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDM0Mzc5\/malia3.png\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" alt=\"Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, next to her dad when he was in office,\u00a0Photo Credit: Entertainment Tonight\/Youtube\" width=\"1538\" height=\"864\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDM0Mzc5\/malia3.png\" \/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<p class=\"tml-image--caption\">Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, next to her dad when he was in office,\u00a0<em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<\/em>Entertainment Tonight\/Youtube<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>ng the Sundance spotlight, Malia Ann provided a glimpse into \u201cThe Heart,\u201d labeling it as \u201can odd little story, somewhat of a fable, about a man heartbroken on the death of his mother after she leaves him an unusual request in her will.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Produced under the banner of Donald Glover\u2019s company Gilga, \u201cThe Heart\u201d not only showcases Malia\u2019s directorial prowess but also highlights her versatility. Prior to stepping into the director\u2019s chair, Malia had already earned her stripes as a staff writer on Glover\u2019s Amazon Prime show, \u201cSwarm.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--body-item m-detail--body-item-inline\">\n<figure class=\"l-inline tml-image m-detail--tml-image--inline\"><picture class=\"is-loaded\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDk5OTE1\/malia4.webp 380w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDk5OTE1\/malia4.webp 620w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDk5OTE1\/malia4.webp 700w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDk5OTE1\/malia4.png 380w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDk5OTE1\/malia4.png 620w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDk5OTE1\/malia4.png 700w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1240px) 700px, (min-width: 675px) 620px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"m-detail--tml-image m-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/t_share\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDk5OTE1\/malia4.png\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" alt=\"Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, posing with Childish Gambino and others at an event,\u00a0Photo Credit: Entertainment Tonight\/Youtube\" width=\"1406\" height=\"866\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NDk5OTE1\/malia4.png\" \/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<p class=\"tml-image--caption\">Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, posing with Childish Gambino and others at an event,\u00a0<em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<\/em>Entertainment Tonight\/Youtube<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Colleagues and industry insiders have showered Malia with praise. According to E News, Janine Nabers, co-creator of \u201cSwarm,\u201d commended her professionalism, stating that \u201cshe\u2019s a very professional person\u201d in a January 2023 Vanity Fair interview. Nabers went further, describing Malia as \u201can incredible writer and artist,\u201d emphasizing her multifaceted talents.<\/p>\n<p>Even Donald Glover, a seasoned artist in his own right, commended Malia\u2019s abilities, making it clear that her famous lineage played no role in her treatment on set. Speaking to Vanity Fair in March 2022, he expressed confidence in Malia\u2019s future, saying, \u201cI feel like she\u2019s just somebody who\u2019s gonna have really good things coming soon. Her writing style is great. We must not lower our standards simply because she happens to be the daughter of a former President.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"m-detail--body-item m-detail--body-item-inline\">\n<figure class=\"l-inline tml-image m-detail--tml-image--inline\"><picture class=\"is-loaded\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NzYyMDU5\/malia5.webp 380w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_534\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NzYyMDU5\/malia5.webp 534w\" type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(min-width: 534px) 534px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_380\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NzYyMDU5\/malia5.png 380w, https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_534\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NzYyMDU5\/malia5.png 534w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 534px) 534px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"m-detail--tml-image m-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/t_share\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NzYyMDU5\/malia5.png\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" alt=\"Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, posing with another woman at an event, Photo Credit: Entertainment Tonight\/Youtube\" width=\"534\" height=\"1080\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.opposingviews.com\/.image\/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_700\/MjA0Njg3NTk0NDk4NzYyMDU5\/malia5.png\" \/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"m-detail--tml-image-container\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<p class=\"tml-image--caption\">Malia Ann, formerly known as Malia Obama, posing with another woman at an event, Photo Credit:\u00a0Entertainment Tonight\/Youtube<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Malia Ann\u2019s journey in Hollywood is unfolding as a narrative of self-discovery and creative independence. 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