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Michelle Obama: Who She Is, Where She's From, How She Could Rewrite History As Our Next First Lady |
By Theo Hayes and Lisa Collins
If being the principal force behind the nation’s most popular and dynamic political powerhouse wasn't enough to command the attention of most Americans, the likelihood that come next winter Michelle Obama could be the first black woman to occupy the White House has made her one of the most fascinating figures in the media today. With her six-figure earning power, Ivy League intellect and key role in securing the Democratic bid for her husband, Illinois senator Barack Obama, in what will go down in history as one of the most exciting presidential races this nation has ever seen,—all eyes are on Michelle Obama. |
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Saving Grace: Chris Tucker |
Ask Chris Tucker how he feels about making $20-plus million a movie-a distinction reserved for an elite Hollywood club made up of the likes of Will Smith, Denzel Washington, Tom Cruise and Mel Gibson-and he'll smile and say, “Good...real good.”
It is a feat made even more unique when you consider the fact that he has only made three films since 1998. Yet it is the kind of star power that comes with the blockbuster track record he forged at the box office with Jackie Chan in the “Rush Hour” franchise that has generated over $740 million in box office revenues around the world making it one of the most commercially successful action-movie franchises in history. Last year, in its first weekend alone, “Rush Hour 3” grossed $50.2 million. |
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