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Malia Obama Joins Donald Glover’s New Amazon Show as a Writer

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Big, big plans! Malia Obama just landed a major gig as part of Donald Glover’s upcoming Amazon series.The former first daughter, 22, will work within the writing staff of a series titled Hive, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The new TV project is set to focus on a Beyoncé-type figure and comes from writer Janine Nabers.The new series will be a part of the 37-year-old Atlanta star’s new overall deal with Amazon after leaving his multi-year arrangement with FX, which is owned by Disney.

The agreement is said to come with a channel that features Glover’s work and other specially selected content. His brother and frequent collaborator, Stephen Glover, also reached a deal with the streamer.Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s eldest daughter

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