President Barack Obama and daughters Sasha and Malia took part in the White House Thanksgiving tradition of pardoning a "lucky turkey." Beginning in 1989, the President of the United States has pardoned a turkey for Thanksgiving each year. This year, the lucky bird's name was "Liberty." {Black Celeb Kids} Starring on a #1 hit television show isn't enough to convince LL … [Read more...]
VIDEO: The Obamas Welcome Trick-Or-Treaters To The White House
Is there anything better than seeing President Obama and the First Lady interact with kids? We think not. Check out this great video of the First Family getting into the Halloween spirit. … [Read more...]
VIDEO: President Obama On Libya, Iraq, And Turning 50
President Obama stopped by The Tonight Show yesterday to discuss a plethora of issues, including the end of the war in Iraq, the death of Libyan dictator Gaddafi, and other hot topics of the day. Check out the full interview below: Part 1: Part 2: Part 3: … [Read more...]
First Lady Michelle Obama to Release First Book: American Grown
On April 10, 2012 First Lady Michelle Obama will release her first book American Grown: How the White House Kitchen Garden Inspires Families, Schools, and Communities in both digital and print formats. From Random House: The book, Mrs. Obama's first, will be issued simultaneously in print and digital editions. The print edition will be a gorgeously illustrated four-color … [Read more...]
VIDEO: President Obama On Michelle: “She Does All This And She Looks Cute, Too”
As part of their three-day bus tour, President Obama showered some words of praise on his wife and also gave the guys in the audience some advice on why they should try to "marry up." … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Mariah and Nick Show Off “Dem Babies”; Will Soul Food Get Another Go On The Small Screen?
Looks like we'll all finally get a first look at Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's little ones. 5-month-old twins Monroe and Moroccan will make their television debut on ABC's 20/20 tonight. The couple also spills details about their difficult conception and high-risk pregnancy to Barbara Walters. {USA Today} Rumor has it that Twentieth Century Fox is looking to bring the … [Read more...]
First Lady Michelle Obama Releases New Official White House Portrait
The First Lady looks stunning in her new official White House portrait and Bo, who just turned 3, is pretty cute as well. Here, Mrs. Obama talks about why they chose to use this photo: "It is me and Bo and we're in the garden. And one of the reasons we did this picture is because we get so many letters from kids, mostly, who want to hear about the garden, they want to see … [Read more...]
VIDEO: First Lady Michelle Obama Leads World Record Jumping Jack Attempt At White House For Let’s Move!
Critics may hate on her for her Target shopping excursions (the FLOTUS isn't allowed to step out to grab some low-priced "stuff" like the rest of us?), but her dedication to her Let's Move! initiative has been top notch. She hasn't shied away from showing off her skills while encouraging our youth to get active. Here she attempts to get hundreds of school children to … [Read more...]
FLOTUS Michelle Obama Visits Secret Service Headquarters: “Just Tell Me When To Run.”
Like the First Lady, I don't know if I necessarily would want to know how hard people have to work to keep me and my family safe. Mrs. Obama got a up close and personal look at the lengths Secret Service agents go through to ensure that no harm comes to the Obamas. After an hourlong tour of the agency's protective intelligence division and the joint operations center, Obama … [Read more...]
First Lady Michelle Obama Shopping in VA Target
Alright we love the first family but did the AP photographer just happen to be in the Target taking pictures? You know those Tea Party jokers are going crazy over this (don't ask me why). BMWK family, is this real or staged? Tell us what you think! … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Is Holly Robinson Peete Leaving The Talk?
Looks like actress Essence Atkins will be getting a bundle of joy under her Christmas tree. The 39-year-old star announced that she is expecting her first child with husband Jamie Mendez on Christmas Day. Essence and Jamie have been married for three years. {Black Celeb Kids} Former WNBA baller Sheryl Swoopes has been at the center of controversy this week as news of her … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: Rev. Run To Write A Book With Tyrese, Mel B Talks Pregnancy
Beyonce and Jay-Z were photo'd out strolling through Battery Park in NYC earlier this week. Bey was taking a moment to relax after losing her voice during a concert in London while filming her ITV special A Night With Beyonce. The superstar opens up during the special which airs in December, dishing about her frequent runny nose, sweating profusely during concerts, and … [Read more...]
First Lady Criticized For 1,700 Calorie Meal As The Head Of “Let’s Move” Campaign
File this under "Can the FLOTUS have some breathing room, please? Thanks." From the Washington Post: First lady Michelle Obama ordered a whopper of a meal at the newly opened Washington diner Shake Shack during lunch on Monday. A Washington Post journalist on the scene confirmed the first lady, who's made a cause out of child nutrition, ordered a ShackBurger, fries, … [Read more...]
VIDEO: First Lady Michelle Obama Gives Dating Advice For Her Daughters
In this quick video, Michelle Obama keeps it simple when it comes to dating advice to her daughters, Malia and Sasha Obama. We think she's right on the mark: Also check out this video of the First Family reading The Cat in The Hat to South African children: … [Read more...]
VIDEO: First Lady Michelle Obama Inspired By Nelson Mandela, Inspires Young Girls
First Lady Michelle Obama is back in the States after her first solo trip to Africa, but we wanted to share a brief video of Mrs. Obama expressing her awe and admiration of Nelson Mandela, whom she got to meet during her trip. She also gave young women life advice on being patient when it comes to pursing their goals. … [Read more...]