‘Many billionaires are not happy people’: Michelle Obama talks politics and going ‘a little low’ in first Australian event
Michelle Obama spoke in Australia, addressing the audience with veiled critiques of current US politics. She emphasized that wealth does not equate to happiness, citing many billionaires who are unhappy despite their riches. Obama expressed concern over societal issues like injustice and the mental health of children in today's climate.
- ▪Michelle Obama's speaking tour in Australia includes events in Melbourne and Sydney.
- ▪She made pointed remarks about the unhappiness of billionaires and the current political climate.
- ▪Obama highlighted the importance of teaching children that self-worth is not tied to wealth.
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Michelle Obama pictured at a speaking event in Atlanta, Georgia in 2019. The former first lady will speak in Sydney on Thursday and Friday. Photograph: Paras Griffin/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenMichelle Obama pictured at a speaking event in Atlanta, Georgia in 2019. The former first lady will speak in Sydney on Thursday and Friday. Photograph: Paras Griffin/Getty ImagesMichelle Obama‘Many billionaires are not happy people’: Michelle Obama talks politics and going ‘a little low’ in first Australian eventFormer first lady delivered veiled but sharp remarks on US politics during speaking tour that began in MelbourneSian CainTue 19 May 2026 11.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleIt was a curious question: who was going to pay $895 (US$640, £476) to see Michelle Obama speak at…
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