{"id":918,"date":"2026-06-14T21:29:05","date_gmt":"2026-06-14T21:29:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wizbiz.press\/?p=918"},"modified":"2026-06-14T21:29:05","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T21:29:05","slug":"obamas-daughter-draws-attention-for-changing-her-name","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wizbiz.press\/?p=918","title":{"rendered":"Obama&#8217;s Daughter Draws Attention For &#8216;Changing&#8217; Her Name"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-wp-block-name=\"core\/paragraph\" data-wp-block=\"{&quot;dropCap&quot;:false}\"><em>Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in February 2024.<\/em><\/p>\n<p data-wp-block-name=\"core\/paragraph\" data-wp-block=\"{&quot;dropCap&quot;:false}\">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 data-wp-block-name=\"core\/paragraph\" data-wp-block=\"{&quot;dropCap&quot;:false}\">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<p data-wp-block-name=\"core\/paragraph\" data-wp-block=\"{&quot;dropCap&quot;:false}\">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. 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