Michelle Obama News

The DAYS OF OUR LIVES star appeared on today's 'Ellen' and revealed that she had a big announcement to make.

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) today announced that Baltimore philanthropists Robert E. Meyerhoff and Rheda Becker have recently made a $1 million gift to support the continued expansion of the BSO's flagship community engagement program, OrchKids. This new gift is their second at this level, the first made in 2008 to help launch the program. The donation is also a vital lead gift in the BSO's campaign to secure its second century. Key goals in the projected growth of OrchKids include expansion from five to eight Baltimore City Public Schools, with an increase in enrollment from 750 to 1,600 pre-K through 12th grade students. The gift was announced today at noon in the Rotunda at City Hall as part of an event hosted by Baltimore City Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, celebrating the recent accomplishments of the OrchKids program. The Mayor also presented OrchKids with a Certificate of Achievement in recognition of its ability to promote measurable academic and social change.

Legendary actress Meryl Streep stopped by the daytime talk show ELLEN yesterday and told the host she was shocked by her record-breaking Oscar nomination for Best Actress for her role in August: Osage County.

Baltimore City Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will host a press event celebrating the recent accomplishments of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's (BSO) OrchKids program, including the 2013 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award, an initiative of the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. OrchKids was one of only 12 programs from across the country to receive the prestigious award, presented by First Lady Michelle Obama. A major announcement about the OrchKids program will occur as part of Today's event

Earlier today, First Lady Michelle Obama gave a speech at the White House during a discussion with education stakeholders. Read the full speech below:

Baltimore City Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will host a press event celebrating the recent accomplishments of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's (BSO) OrchKids program, including the 2013 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award, an initiative of the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. OrchKids was one of only 12 programs from across the country to receive the prestigious award, presented by First Lady Michelle Obama. A major announcement about the OrchKids program will occur as part of Friday's event

Since he was just a youngster, Jimmy Fallon's been getting ready for his new Tonight Show gig, premiering February 17 on NBC. Below, check out an all-new promo for the new late night show!

Today, a statement from Rashad Robinson, Executive Director of ColorOfChange.org, was released on SNL adding a black woman cast member:

Jimmy Fallon, who takes over the TONIGHT SHOW desk from long-time host Jay Leno on February 17th, will grace the cover of the February issue of Vanity Fair. Get a first look below!

Below, get a preview of the new SNL funnylady from her YouTube channel, including her impersonations of Beyonce, Michelle Obama and Rihanna!

Jay Leno will take his final bow as host of NBC's THE TONIGHT SHOW on February 6, 2014. Jimmy Fallon will take over the reins of the long running late night talk show on February 17th and will move the show to 30 Rock in New York. Leno will have hosted THE TONIGHT SHOW for 22 years when he steps down. Watch the first promo for Fallon's TONIGHT SHOW debut below!

One of the best a cappella groups around, Pentatonix appeared on ELLEN for an incredible performance of a killer Beyonce medley. Check it out below!

Actress Jennifer Garner stops by today's ELLEN and tells the host about her adorable children and whether she plans on having more with her handsome husband, Ben Affleck.

President Barack Obama and his wife, First Lady Michelle Obama, took a moment to give a special holiday message to the nation this week. Check it out in full below!

'Bridesmaid' star Melissa McCarthy stops by today's ELLEN and tells the host how much her parents, Sandy and Mike (who were in the audience to watch) are enjoying their retirement.

THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW earned a series high in total viewers the week of December 9th. Featuring the comic's annual 12 Days of Giveaways, as well as appearances by Lea Michele, Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson, the show delivered 4.4 million Total Viewers.

Lenny Kravitz stopped by this week's ELLEN to talk about his new designer line he is doing for Fred Segal. The singer also told the host how much he appreciates her design aesthetic.

'Saving Mr. Banks' stars Emma Thompson and Tom Hanks stopped by ELLEN recently to talk about their new film hitting theaters tomorrow, December 25th.

His tragic passing shocked Hollywood and the world. On today's ELLEN, host Ellen DeGeneres discussed Paul Walker and his charitable work.

Katy Perry brought a surprise guest with her on ELLEN - her new beau John Mayer! The two talked with the host about their recent video they made together.