First Lady Michelle Obama is looking holiday fabulous on the cover of Glamour’s Women Of The Year December issue. It’s the first time in Glamour’s 70 year history that a First Lady has been the cover girl. And Mrs. O is looking fantabulous. Loves it. Here’s a few snippets from her interview:
With men, don’t be swayed by “cute”: “Cute’s good. But cute only lasts for so long, and then it’s, Who are you as a person? Don’t look at the bankbook or the title. Look at the heart. Look at the soul…When you’re dating a man, you should always feel good…You shouldn’t be in a relationship with somebody who doesn’t make you completely happy and make you feel whole.”
The real role models aren’t movie stars–they’re the people you know: “They were the people in my life. My mom, for sure. My dad. The teachers. For me, role-modeling was immediate, it was touchable…Children connect with who is in their lives, present and accounted for…That’s why we’re trying to encourage moms, teachers, fathers, to be that presence in their children’s lives, in their communities, because it really makes a difference.”
First Lady Michelle’s East Wing interns
Mentoring matters, especially for young women: “I think that mentoring is such a critical part of the role I can play in this position. I see how little bits of exposure and big bits of exposure really change my girls significantly, and I want that for more girls around the country and the world.”
Don’t put yourself last in line: In answer to a reader question about how she keeps her sanity, the First Lady told Katie, “I have always tried to put my kids first, and then…put myself a really close second, as opposed to fifth or seventh. One thing that I’ve learned from male role models is that they don’t hesitate to invest in themselves.”
When it comes to looks and style, set your own standards: “People are always going to have opinions, and people have a right to their opinions, particularly when you’re the First Lady; you’re representing the nation. So I can’t be surprised that people are interested. But I’ve tried to be at peace with the choices that I make first, and then be open to everyone else’s reflection.”
Source: Glamour magazine
News on This Is It when you read the rest…
Michael Jackson’s last movie This Is It has raked in a whopping $2.2 million in domestic box office sales. And this is just from last night’s midnight showings. According to Yahoo Movies:
Sony unspooled the film at 9 p.m. PT, amid projections of a $40 million-plus bow for “This Is It” through Sunday. The studio reported that early Wednesday matinee numbers were exceeding the Tuesday night figures.
The studio acquired worldwide distribution rights for a reported $60 million, and it is opening in 99 countries.
Wow. The movie is open worldwide today.
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:03 PM
I Love Michelle Obama….she’s so down to earth, honest, loyal, and genuine.
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:06 PM
Michelle Obama looks BEAUTIFUL. I love her so so much. Shes my role model along with many other women in my life.
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:11 PM
Loving Michelle! Every word she just spoke!….I have nothing but respect for the Obama’s…
I am in COMPLETE SHOCK that this MJ movie is doing so well!!! I thought it was going to tank! Gosh darnit Michael!!! He will ALWAYS be the man in entertainment..no matter what!
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:11 PM
YBF is the best!!!!!! Great post…..I got all teary eyed:-)
I love our country’s First Lady…..
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:12 PM
“But I’ve tried to be at peace with the choices that I make first, and then be open to everyone else’s”….Well said Lady Mich…
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:14 PM
She looks so elegant and regal. Love her!
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:15 PM
Michelle looks beautiful!!!!!
R.I.P. MJ!!!! Genius gone too soon.
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:15 PM
I love Michelle. She has such class and elegance. What a great role model for girls everywhere. I really do look up to her. She is an all-around fabulous person!
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:15 PM
I cant wait to see MJ’s movie this tuesday
Michelle is fabulous,I love the shoot
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:16 PM
Michelle Obama IS A INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN FOR WOMEN OF TODAY!! GOT TO LOVE HER.
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:17 PM
Am going to be just like her in my next life.
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:19 PM
michelle o is the baddest chick in the game! period.
i miss mike so much. *sniff*
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:22 PM
MJJ’s movie is Fantastic!!!! GO SEE IT! Pure Artistry!
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:26 PM
Michelle is lovely, From her elegance to her fashion choices!:)
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:26 PM
I can’t wait to see This is it. It really captured him well cause. I get teary eyed @the promo commericals so I kno ima be a ball of tears in the theater. Lol what a bittersweet moment yall! Damn!
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:29 PM
TOTAL GLAMOUR !
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:30 PM
GET ‘EM MRS. O!!!!!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE HER!!!
And I can’t imagine why anyone would be surprised that This is It is doing so well.. I mean Michael will ALWAYS be a legend, and any production with his name attached will sell out. Duh. Can’t wait to see it this weekend! Got my tickets a month ago!
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:31 PM
PS Michael still had his voice! The part when he sung human nature acapella, OMG
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:33 PM
Love’s It! i read the first section on here about being with a man that makes you feel whole and happy and I completely agree. Wish I had understood more of that before. I agree with other things she said on here too. She is very well spoken, great role model, classy, elegant, and beautiful. I cannot believe this is real. Thank you LAWD! I will be coping this issue.
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:34 PM
Looove Lady O! She is amazing and such a great role model. So many of the images of women are all about sex…I’m glad she is representing for the women who want to be respected and known for their brains, class, dignity, and beauty.
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:46 PM
Loving the First Lady Ms. Obama … I definitely agree with the role model issues, it shouldn’t just be the people u see on tv, but also the people around u or see everday in the neighborhood and learn from their experiences whether it is positive or negative.
I ♥ MJ forever! … I so can’t wait to go see “This Is It” :D
Wed, October 28, 2009 6:53 PM
Love Michelle!! She’s wonderful!
I believe the this is it numbers I went to see the movie at 1:45 this afternoon and it was packed!!!
It was a really good movie I think i’m going to see it again :o)
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:05 PM
I love her and look up to the first lady of the United States.
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:09 PM
haha rihanna couldn’t get the cover!!!!!!!!!!!!!! no one cares no more!!!!!!!!!
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:14 PM
PPL still care idiot…But Michelle is the First Lady–so it’s only fitting…so shuddup with the Phuckery already.
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:19 PM
why the hell did you think it would tank ?
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:20 PM
Michelle Obama is my shero!!!!
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:21 PM
I love Michelle Obama! I can’t wait until that issue of GLAMOUR comes out!
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:22 PM
I ♥ the Obamas. Michelle in particular.
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:25 PM
I LOVE MICHELLE OBAMA- SUCH AN INSPIRATION!
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:29 PM
Michelle Obama is the prime example of a TRUE WOMAN!! love her!!! She’s a new age JACKIE O. The epitome of class. It shows no matter what struggles you over come, its how you come out of them that shows who you really are! :)
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:35 PM
Mrs. Obama looks really nice. I like the interview too.
Congrats to MJ and the promoters. I can’t wait to see MJ get busy. :-)
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:44 PM
michael proves the haters wrong once again! dead or live he will always be the reignin king of entertainment!!!
Wed, October 28, 2009 7:54 PM
Michelle looks amazing.
Wed, October 28, 2009 8:40 PM
I LOVE MICHELLE, WHAT AN INSPIRATION, WHAT A ROLE MODEL!
Wed, October 28, 2009 9:11 PM
Michelle is the most elegant and classy lady alive. How could anyone not adore and admire her! i pray we have her (them) around for a long time. They are WORLD HEROS!
Wed, October 28, 2009 10:00 PM
Michelle’s advice on men is priceless. A man can be cute, have money, and a title, but if he does NOT value you and relationship at the end of the day, you are usually left with a fly man who is more in love with himself and his needs.
As women, we really need to see the man for himself and not be so focused on the outside.
Michelle is pretty much PERFECT to me!!
Wed, October 28, 2009 10:16 PM
Michelle looks fabulous on the cover and her words are just too perfect…she and Barack make me so proud!!
Can’t wait to see the Micheal movie…..WE LOVE YOU MICHAEL!!!
Wed, October 28, 2009 10:47 PM
Michelle Obama is just on another level, but at the same time, she’s a real person. Love her! I think she is going to become even more interesting when Barack is eventually out of office.
I (heart) MJ! Definitely going to support the movie! Sha-mon!
Wed, October 28, 2009 11:09 PM
I just saw This is It and it was a wonderful representation of Michael’s talent and spirt. I think they really did good by him with this documentary. It would have been a great show.
Wed, October 28, 2009 11:43 PM
Just saw “This Is It” in Times Square. RIP MJ!
Anyone saying he looked sickly,etc is A DAMN LIE! MJ definitely wanted to do that tour. Still movin in his 50s & vocals on point. His commentary was hilarious! Divo in action!
Thu, October 29, 2009 3:18 AM
I love her but she looks like a XMas tree in this pic!
Thu, October 29, 2009 4:20 AM
It’s rare in today’s society that both the president and the 1st lady are well liked and grounded people, this interview with Michelle is proof that the 1st lady status hasn’t gone to her head, she isn’t patronising or condescending in her answers at all-really like this lady!
I think I’m going to buy the MJ ‘This is It’ DVD if it comes out before Christmas, sounds like it’s worth seeing!
Thu, October 29, 2009 4:20 AM
It’s rare in today’s society that both the president and the 1st lady are well liked and grounded people, this interview with Michelle is proof that the 1st lady status hasn’t gone to her head, she isn’t patronising or condescending in her answers at all-really like this lady!
I think I’m going to buy the MJ ‘This is It’ DVD if it comes out before Christmas, sounds like it’s worth seeing!
Thu, October 29, 2009 6:48 AM
Michelle is pretty much on point with everything she said. I admire her so much.
There is a part of me that still don’t want to believe that Michael is gone.
Thu, October 29, 2009 6:53 AM
SO glad that I have a Glamour subscription…..I look forward to that mag in my mailbox…def a keepsake!
I’m not surprised at all by MJ movie numbers….RIP
Thu, October 29, 2009 7:25 AM
love Michelle Obama…real talk
M.J u gonna be in our hearts forever.!!
Thu, October 29, 2009 8:01 AM
Michelle seems like the kind of person that if you met her in person and invited her to your home, she would get your information and surprise you with a visit. Luvs her to pieces! Great role model. :)
Thu, October 29, 2009 10:22 AM
LOVE, love, love my 1st Lady!!!!!!!!! I will definitely be buying this issue.
THIS IS IT was a wonderful “movie”!! Man! I saw it last night and I would advise all MJ fans to go see it. I laughed, cried… then laughed some more. MJ was getting ready to really give a GREAT show. We get a glimpse at Michael’s sense of humor as well as his work ethic. He’s such a musical genius!! I love and miss him. I definitely want to see it again in theatres!!! GO SEE IT GUYS! <3
Thu, October 29, 2009 11:57 AM
I love Michelle Obama. She is an inspiration to me to achieve more. Get it girl!
Thu, October 29, 2009 12:14 PM
I love my First Lady!
Thu, October 29, 2009 11:16 PM
I went to one of the midnight shows….amazing…