Former first lady Michelle Obama is addressing her eldest daughter Malia's decision to ditch her last name as she pursues a career in Hollywood.

US film director and daughter of former US president Malia Ann Obama arrives to attend the opening ceremony of the 50th edition of the Deauville American film festival in Deauville, northern France on September 6, 2024. (Photo by Loic VENANCE / AFP) (Photo by LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images)

Michelle Obama shares why her daughter dropped her last name, which is now Malia Ann. She is using her middle name in an attempt to stand out and not come off as an Obama. Malia is on her way to make it big in her film career in Hollywood.