Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, is quietly forging her own creative path and now uses the professional name “Malia Ann.”

She chose to drop her famous last name as she builds a career in film and storytelling, seeking space in an industry where names can shape expectations.

Her decision isn’t a rejection of her family legacy but an effort to ensure audiences focus on her talent rather than her background, letting her work speak for itself.

Malia Ann has already gained respect in Hollywood, contributing as a writer on Donald Glover’s series Swarm and developing independent projects centered on identity, love, and self-discovery.

Her creative voice shows confidence and a genuine passion for storytelling, marking her emergence as an artist carving out her own place.

Though the Obama name remains part of her story, her choice reflects the courage to step beyond it and reminds us that even those raised in the public eye must sometimes redefine themselves to discover who they truly are.