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Despite being the younger of the Obama daughters, Sasha Obama has maintained a fairly private existence. Following her father, former President Barack Obama‘s, time in office ending in 2017, she and her elder sister, Malia Obama, pursued their own paths away from Washington, D.C. After the siblings attended the opening ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center in June 2026, interest resurfaced regarding Sasha and Malia, encompassing their personal lives and professional pursuits. While Malia’s career as a filmmaker is public knowledge, Sasha’s employment and previous work are not widely known.
Here’s what we know about Sasha’s professional activities.
How Old Is Sasha Obama Currently?
Sasha is currently 25 years of age as of June 2026.
Which Institution Did Sasha Obama Attend for Higher Education?
Sasha first enrolled at the University of Michigan, subsequently transferring to the University of Southern California.
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Does Sasha Obama Have Employment?
While her sister, Malia, has a publicly known profession, Sasha has kept the specifics of her employment confidential. Consequently, her current occupation remains uncertain. According to the Los Angeles Times, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of Southern California.
Her father briefly commented on his youngest daughter’s perspective on global matters during a past interview with InStyle.
“Sasha possesses, as Malia puts it, complete assurance in her own viewpoint on the world and is not intimidated or deterred – and never has been – by anyone’s titles or credentials,” Barack elaborated. “If she perceives something as incorrect or just, she will voice it.”
What is Sasha Obama’s Sister, Malia Obama, Engaged In Professionally?
Malia is a professional filmmaker, marking her debut at the Sundance Film Festival in 2024 with her short film, The Heart. She is also a writer and contributed to Donald Glover‘s Prime Video series, Swarm.
Does Sasha Obama Have a Romantic Partner?
Yes! Reports indicate Sasha has been in a relationship with her boyfriend, Clifton Powell Jr., since 2021. They reportedly met after Sasha relocated to California. Clifton is the son of the well-known actor Clifton Powell Sr., recognized for his film contributions in House Party, Menace II Society, Dead Presidents, Why Do Fools Fall in Love, Rush Hour, Selma, Lord, Selma, and Next Friday, as well as television roles in Roc, South Central, Army Wives, and Saints & Sinners.
According to Clifton Jr.’s professional website, he is both a director and a writer. He attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, and worked as a writer’s assistant for scripted television prior to discovering his passion for filmmaking.