Barack Obama's Polarizing Tan Suit Is Revived by Stephen Colbert, David Letterman, and More
Colbert’s tan suit echoed Barack Obama’s 2014 look as celebrities packed the opening and organizers said the original suit is not on display.
- On Thursday, June 18, comedian Stephen Colbert and other guests wore tan suits at the Obama Presidential Center opening in Chicago, referencing former President Barack Obama's infamous 2014 fashion choice.
- President Barack Obama famously wore a tan suit during an August 2014 press conference, which critics at the time deemed 'too casual' or 'inappropriate' for presidential affairs.
- Obama Foundation Board chair Martin Nesbitt also wore a tan suit Thursday, telling the crowd, "This was inspired by a very good friend of mine, who made tan suits famous."
- Former first lady Michelle Obama praised her husband's achievements during her speech, referencing his Nobel Peace Prize, which drew loud crowd reactions amid ongoing political tensions.
- These moments of levity contrast with the increasingly personal feud between the Obamas and Trump, marked by years of hostility and conflicting claims regarding diplomatic accomplishments.
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Barack Obama's Polarizing Tan Suit Is Revived by Stephen Colbert, David Letterman, and More
Several attendees sported shades of beige at the dedication ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center.Stephen Colbert and David Letterman in Chicago on June 18, 2026.Credit: Getty ImagesThe GistStephen Colbert, David Letterman, and more wore shades of tan at the dedication ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on June 18.They referenced a polarizing look previously worn by President Obama.He famously wore a tan suit at a White H…
Michelle Obama Takes Surprise Swipe at Trump During Obama Presidential Center Grand Opening
Michelle Obama appeared to take a pointed swipe at Donald Trump while celebrating her husband's legacy during the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center, drawing loud cheers from the crowd and reigniting attention on the long-running feud between the two political families. Speaking at the highly anticipated opening in Chicago, the former first lady praised former President Barack Obama's achievements in office. But one line in particula…
Stephen Colbert wears tan suit to Obama Presidential Center opening, winking at 2014 White House fashion controversy
Stephen Colbert wore a tan suit to the Obama Presidential Center opening, calling back to the controversy surrounding Barack Obama wearing a tan suit to a press conference in 2014.
Obama jokes about infamous tan suit during presidential center opening
During the opening ceremony for Former President Obama's presidential center in Chicago, Obama Foundation Chair Martin Nesbitt wore a tan suit during his speech, recalling the infamous wardrobe choice the former president made in 2014.
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