The First Lady

Viola Davis's "The First Lady" Canceled at Showtime After One Season

Aug 2, 2022

Viola Davis's "The First Lady" Canceled at Showtime After One Season

Showtime's would-be anthology series "The First Lady" has been canceled, Showtime confirmed to POPSUGAR and Variety first reported on Aug. 2.

"The First Lady"'s Young Barack Obama Is Robert De Niro's Son Julian

Apr 29, 2022

"The First Lady"'s Young Barack Obama Is Robert De Niro's Son Julian

The third episode of Showtime's "First Lady," which airs on May 2, went back in time to explore the early days of its three first ladies: Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford, and Michelle Obama.

Viola Davis Addresses "Hurtful" Criticism of Her Michelle Obama Portrayal

Apr 26, 2022

Viola Davis Addresses "Hurtful" Criticism of Her Michelle Obama Portrayal

Viola Davis is addressing the critiques over her portrayal of former First Lady Michelle Obama in Showtime's "The First Lady."

See the Cast of "The First Lady" Next to Their Real-Life Counterparts

Apr 14, 2022

See the Cast of "The First Lady" Next to Their Real-Life Counterparts

Showtime's "The First Lady" gives viewers a closer look at the lesser-spotlighted resident of the White House: the women.

"The First Lady" Cast Is Truly Presidential — See Who's on Board

Apr 8, 2022

"The First Lady" Cast Is Truly Presidential — See Who's on Board

The cast for Showtime's "The First Lady" anthology series is stacked.

Here's Why People Think Jill Biden's "Love" Blazer Is Shading Melania Trump

Jun 11, 2021

Here's Why People Think Jill Biden's "Love" Blazer Is Shading Melania Trump

By now, we know Jill Biden is a fan of a meaningful sartorial choice, and her latest outfit has people wondering if she was trying to send a message.

Michelle Obama Gives Viola Davis Her Seal of Approval to Play Her: "I'm Not Worthy"

Mar 17, 2021

Michelle Obama Gives Viola Davis Her Seal of Approval to Play Her: "I'm Not Worthy"

Viola Davis is getting ready to take on the role of a lifetime as Michelle Obama on Showtime's The First Lady, and the actual former first lady is all on board with the casting choice.