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celebrity11 days ago•34 min saved

Chilli Declares She’s Not MAGA After Accidental Michelle Obama Repost

TLC’s Chilli says she’s not MAGA after it was revealed she donated to Trump reelection efforts and accidentally reposted a Michelle Obama conspiracy video. She explains she thought her donations supported veterans and anti-human trafficking and admits she didn’t read the fine print, quickly un-reposting the clip and emphasizing she respects Michelle Obama and has historically supported the Obamas. She also notes she voted for Obama and remains involved in TLC’s It’s Iconic Tour with Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue.

via Yahoo|

#celebrity #chilli #donald-trump

entertainment13 days ago•2 min saved

Chilli Addresses MAGA Allegations and Trump Donations in Michelle Obama Post Clarification

TLC’s Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas addresses online claims that she supports MAGA and donated to Trump fundraising groups after reposting a Michelle Obama post; she says she accidentally shared a conspiracy theory, voted for Obama twice, and has long supported veterans’ causes, asking for grace as she clarifies the situation.

via Just Jared|

#chilli #donald-trump #entertainment

music13 days ago•14 min saved

Chilli Refutes MAGA Label, Apologizes for Reposting Obama Conspiracy

TLC’s Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas says she isn’t MAGA after revelations she donated to Trump-aligned funds and after accidentally reposting a Michelle Obama conspiracy video. She apologized in an Instagram video, saying she didn’t read the fine print and believed her donations supported veterans and anti-human trafficking causes, stressing she respects Michelle Obama and would never disrespect her. The controversy comes as TLC plans the It’s Iconic Tour with Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue.

via Rolling Stone|

#chilli #donations #maga

sports1 month ago•11 min saved

Barack Obama Steals the Spotlight Courtside at NBA All-Star

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.

via HuffPost|

#barack-obama #courtside-moment #michelle-obama

sports1 month ago•24 min saved

Barack and Michelle Obama Steal the Show at 2026 NBA All-Star

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.

via New York Post|

#barack-obama #celebrities #intuit-dome

us2 months ago•9 min saved

Trump faces backlash after racist Obama-on-monkeys video

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.

via The Times|

#barack-obama #michelle-obama #racism

entertainment2 months ago•73 min saved

Melania Backlash Sparks a Surge for Michelle Obama’s Becoming

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.

via The Daily Beast|

#becoming #box-office #entertainment

entertainment2 months ago•2 min saved

Becoming eclipses Melania in weekend viewership as cinema release kicks off

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.

via The Guardian|

#becoming #documentaries #entertainment

entertainment2 months ago•15 min saved

Becoming Drives Netflix Viewing Surge as Melania Debuts Theaters

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.

via Deadline|

#becoming #documentary #entertainment

politics2 months ago•7 min saved

Obama pair urge lawful, accountable ICE after Minneapolis shooting backlash

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.

via latimes.com|

#barack-obama #ice #immigration

entertainment3 months ago•3 min saved

Marvel Actor Denies Michelle Obama Affair Rumors

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.

via Yahoo|

#affair-denial #celebrity-gossip #entertainment

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Michelle Obama Reflects on Planned Visit with Reiners Before Tragic Deaths

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.

via Variety|

#deaths #michelle-obama #political-controversy

entertainment5 months ago•2 min saved

How to Watch 'Dancing with the Stars' and ABC Shows for Free Amid Streaming Disruptions

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.

via Page Six|

#abc #dancing-with-the-stars #entertainment

culture8 months ago•6 min saved

Highlights from Martha’s Vineyard: Celebrities, Black Culture, and Film Festivals

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.

via The New York Times|

#black-community #culture #film-festival

entertainment8 months ago•3 min saved

Stephen A. Smith Responds to Michelle Obama's Trump Comments

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.

via OutKick|

#entertainment #espn #michelle-obama