Michelle Obama is weighing in on her eldest daughter Malia’s decision to drop their last name, acknowledging that the 26-year-old filmmaker is trying 'to make her way' without relying on the Obama pre

Michelle Obama said she initially resisted Malia dropping the family name but came to respect it as part of her daughter's journey.

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.