Obamas host star-studded opening of Chicago presidential centre

George W Bush, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden attended, but Donald Trump was not invited.

Barack Obama Presidential Center Opens in Chicago

Today’s opening is expected to draw four former presidents, as well as Bruce Springsteen, Bono and Jennifer Hudson. Chicago has seen years of planning and legal fights.

By Julie Bosman

Barack Obama inaugurates presidential center with Joe Biden, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush attending

An 'overwhelming majority' of Americans wants the nation to heal, said Obama at his opening on Thursday. 'People aren't looking for perpetual anger and division.'

Star-studded crowd gathers to celebrate Obama’s new center in Chicago

More than 500 guests are expected to gather at the Obama Presidential Center for the celebration, which will include performances by Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen and Jennifer Hudson, among others.

By Annie Gowen

Star-studded opening for Obama library in Chicago delivers implied rebuke to Trump

Musical stars and retired politicians from less polarised era seeming antidote to cage fights on White House lawn The Barack Obama presidential center opened in Chicago on Thursday after more than a decade in the making amid a musical fanfare and paeans to democratic principles that evoked a previous age, all while delivering an implied rebuke to Donald Trump. Featuring appearances by a cast of musical stars and retired politicians from a less polarised era, it was a seemingly perfect antidot...

By Robert Tait

Obama Presidential Center dedication: A nod to a past era in politics and future hopes

All living former presidents gathered for the dedication of the Obama presidential center in Chicago. It was a star studded event that harkened back to a more-optimistic era in American politics.

By Tamara Keith

Obama opens presidential centre with call for unity

Former US President Barack Obama opened his presidential centre in Chicago, using the occasion to call for unity.

Obama Center's opening ceremony ridiculed for far-left ritual before star-studded show

The Obama Presidential Center's opening ceremony was mocked online after it began with a left-wing land acknowledgment ritual on Chicago's South Side.

In photos: Star-studded crowd gathers to celebrate the Obama Presidential Center dedication

Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago with former presidents, celebrities and dignitaries in attendance. President Donald Trump was absent.

Bruce Springsteen, Bono and Stevie Wonder to help the Obamas open presidential museum

Former US president Barack Obama is getting a little help from his friends, including three former presidents, in celebrating the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago. The guest list for Thursday’s dedication ceremony includes Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Christina Aguilera and Bono. Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama posed for pictures before the ceremony with former presidents Joe Biden, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton along with former first ladies Jill Biden, Laura B...

By Associated Press

Obama opens Chicago presidential center, urges Americans to defend democracy

Former US President Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago on Thursday, calling for the defense of democracy in a star-studded event attended by three former presidents. “I hope this center will serve as an affirmation of how precious our democracy truly is,” Obama said, as Stevie Wonder closed the celebration.

By FRANCE 24

Trump talks up economy and Hegseth at Medals of Honor ceremony

President boasts about stock market before handing out medals for ‘conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty’

By Andrew Feinberg

Michelle Obama’s Legacy And America’s Persistent Stereotypes At 250 - Forbes

Michelle Obama’s Legacy And America’s Persistent Stereotypes At 250  Forbes

Stephen A. Smith torches Donald Trump for not denouncing Michelle Obama slur

Stephen A. Smith praised Donald Trump for hosting UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, but he torched the president for not kicking Josh Hokit out of the event. Despite controversy leading up to UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, with critics believing it was an example of sports propaganda, the seven-fight card has…

Ansel Elgort, Halle Bailey, Ludacris and Alan Ritchson Among Voice Cast for Animated Movie ‘Groove Tails’ (EXCLUSIVE)

“Groove Tails,” the upcoming animated feature from “Twilight” producers Imprint Entertainment and “The Lego Ninjago Movie” writer/director Bob Logan, has attracted a starry voice cast. Leading the ensemble are Ansel Elgort (“Baby Driver,” “The Fault in Our Stars”), Halle Bailey (“The Little Mermaid,” “The Color Purple”), Ludacris (“Fast & Furious” franchise, “Crash”), Alan Ritchson (“Reacher,” […]

By Alex Ritman

Marc Anthony's performance at Obama Presidential Center opening turns heads; watch

Marc Anthony performed at the Obama Presidential Center's grand opening days after major milestones in his family.

Chicago Throws a Party for the Obama Presidential Center’s Star-Studded Opening

Several thousand people gathered a few blocks away for a public viewing of the ceremony.

By Rick Porter

Former presidents and music heavyweights help light up opening of sprawling Barack Obama Presidential Centre

By Renee Hickman and Steve Gorman

US struggles to defend Iran deal as 60-day negotiation period begins

Vice President JD Vance has been on a media tour defending Donald Trump's negotiations with Iran.

Barack and Michelle Obama Decry Trumpism in Rousing Presidential Center Speeches

They never mentioned the president by name, but there was no confusing what they think of the current administration

By Ryan Bort

Barack Obama Opens Presidential Center By Calling Out “Perpetual Anger And Division”; Ceremony Focuses On Legacy And Doesn’t Mention Trump

As he opened his new presidential center on Chicago’s South Side, Barack Obama invoked some of his signature themes of hope over division, while warning of greater isolation, polarization and lack of trust fueled by rapidly advancing AI technology. What went unmentioned during the three-hour, celebrity filled ceremony was the current political flashpoint: Donald Trump. […]

By Ted Johnson

Hillary Clinton Cracks Up After Michelle Obama Mentions Barack's Nobel Peace Prize

Hillary Clinton broke into a giggling fit during the opening of Barack Obama's presidential library ... cracking up at what might've been a subtle dig at President Donald Trump ... and the punch line is the Nobel Peace Prize. Here's the deal ...…

By TMZ Staff

Malia Obama, Sasha Obama Make Rare Joint Appearance

Malia Obama and Sasha Obama put their family first.  The former first daughters stepped out for a rare public event on June 18, when they attended the opening of their dad Barack Obama’s...

By Daysia Tolentino

Alan Ritchson Officially Returns To His 21-Year-Old Pre-Reacher Roots With Star-Studded New Movie

Alan Ritchson is set to return to the big screen, and the role will take him back to before Reacher to some surprising 21-year-old roots.

By Ryan Northrup

VIDEO: Tems performs at Obama presidential center, opens up on nervousness

Nigerian Grammy-winner Tems performed at the Obama Presidential Center opening, admitting to nervousness during her set. Watch the video and read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-tems-performs-at-obama-presidential-center-opens-up-on-nervousness/

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Video: ‘I was nervous’ – Tems performs at Obama Center

Tems shared the stage with a star-studded lineup that included Jennifer Hudson, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, John Legend, Christina Aguilera, Common, Bono, The Edge, Marc Anthony and The Roots, with attendees responding enthusiastically throughout the programme. The post Video: ‘I was nervous’ – Tems performs at Obama Center appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah