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Michelle Obama announces the winner for the Best Picture

Associated Press | Updated Feb 25, 2013 at 12:20pm IST

Washington: Michelle Obama made a surprise appearance at the Oscars, opening the envelope that contained the name of the Best Picture winner, 'Argo.'

Appearing via streaming video from the White House, Mrs. Obama said all of the nominees demonstrated that "we can overcome any obstacle."

She said that message is "especially important for our young people" and thanked Hollywood for encouraging children "to open their imaginations."

Michelle Obama announces Best Picture winner

The first lady was introduced by Jack Nicholson, who noted that the Best Picture trophy is usually announced solo.

The first lady was introduced by Jack Nicholson, who noted that the Best Picture trophy is usually announced solo.

Mrs. Obama wore a silver, art deco-inspired gown by Indian-born American fashion designer Naeem Khan. It was the same dress she wore for the Obamas' dinner with the nation's governors at the White House Sunday night.

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Michelle Obama

Posted on Jun 12, 2013 at 01:42AM IST
Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama is the wife of the 44th and incumbent President of the United States, Barack Obama and is the first African-American First Lady of the United States. Raised on the South Side of Chicago, Obama attended Princeto ...

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