Picture this: You’re Malia Obama, and you’re getting ready for prom night. Your parents? Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Now, that's pressure! Even though she was living in the White House with her celebrity-level parents, Malia still got to experience the magic of prom like any other teenager. But there was one catch—she had to ask her parents to "just be cool, okay?" when meeting her date. Can you imagine?
Michelle Obama spills the beans in her best-selling memoir, Becoming, sharing some never-before-heard details about that unforgettable night. Malia, now 25, revealed she had a big request for her parents before heading out: Could they please tone it down? In the book, Michelle recounts how Malia told them she’d been asked to prom by "a boy she kind of liked." Despite strict White House rules, they made an exception and let her ride in his car—provided Secret Service was nearby, of course.
The Big Moment: When Malia’s Date Arrived
On the night of the big event, Michelle writes, Malia's date arrived in his car, clearing security at the southeast gate of the White House. He followed the same path that world leaders usually take when visiting, then boldly walked into the Diplomatic Reception Room dressed in a sharp black suit. Can you imagine how nerve-wracking that must’ve been for him?
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Malia's embarrassment was already starting to kick in as the family headed downstairs in the elevator. Michelle humorously notes, "I was barefoot, and Barack was in flip-flops." Meanwhile, Malia looked stunning in a long black skirt and an elegant bare-shouldered top. She seemed mature, almost twenty-three years old. “Barack and I shook the young man’s hand, snapped a few pictures, and gave our daughter a hug before sending them on their way,” Michelle recalls fondly.
Secret Service to the Rescue
Why were Michelle and Barack so relaxed during this whirlwind of emotions? Simple: Secret Service had their backs. Michelle admits, “We took what was perhaps unfair comfort in the knowledge that Malia’s security detail would basically ride the boy’s bumper all the way to the restaurant where they were going for dinner before the dance and would remain on quiet duty throughout the night.”
Even though Malia still teases her parents about how "excruciating" the whole experience was, we have to give props to Michelle and Barack for trying their best to keep things chill during such a memorable and emotional night for their daughter.
