Hey there, friends! You won’t believe this—Barack and Michelle Obama are reportedly in “advanced negotiations” with Netflix to produce an impressive lineup of high-profile shows. According to Eric Schultz, a senior advisor to Barack, this move aligns perfectly with their lifelong mission to inspire through storytelling. In a statement, Schultz explained, “President and Mrs. Obama have always believed in the transformative power of storytelling. Throughout their lives, they’ve highlighted stories of individuals quietly making a difference and changing the world for the better.”
Exploring New Ways to Inspire
As they navigate their future plans, the Obamas are actively seeking ways to empower others by helping them tell their stories. As Schultz mentioned to the New York Times, one exciting idea involves Barack moderating discussions on critical issues like healthcare, voting rights, immigration, foreign policy, and climate change. These topics were pivotal during Barack’s presidency and continue to be major points of contention under President Donald Trump’s administration.
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Michelle’s Focus: Nutrition and Education
Meanwhile, Michelle could channel her efforts into causes she championed during her time as First Lady, such as nutrition and education. Another possibility includes the couple endorsing documentaries or even fictional programming that aligns with the causes and values they’ve long supported. The financial terms of the deal with Netflix have yet to be disclosed.
Life After the White House
Since stepping away from the White House, the Obamas have been anything but idle. They’ve launched the Obama Foundation and Presidential Center in Chicago, met with Prince Harry, and even seen Barack appear on David Letterman’s new Netflix talk show. Just last month, Michelle revealed that her upcoming memoir will be titled Becoming, set for release on November 13 by Penguin Random House. Rumors suggest the publishing deal for both Barack and Michelle’s memoirs was worth a staggering $65 million.
“Writing Becoming has truly been a deeply personal journey,” Michelle shared in a statement. “It’s given me, for the first time, the space to honestly reflect on the unexpected path my life has taken.” She continued, “In this book, I talk about my roots and how a little girl from the South Side of Chicago found her voice and developed the strength to use it to empower others.”
This story was crafted by Katie Rosseinsky and originally appeared on our sister site, Grazia Daily.
