Roomies, even the biggest stars have those moments when nerves kick in at the worst possible time. And this week, Tems found herself going viral for an unexpected reason while sharing a moment involving Sasha Obama during a major public event. What started as a sweet shoutout quickly had social media doing a double take—and Tems eventually stepped in to clear the air herself.
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Tems Accidentally Calls Sasha Obama The Wrong Name
During her performance at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center, Tems paused to acknowledge Sasha Obama in the crowd. However, instead of calling her Sasha, the Grammy-winning singer accidentally referred to her as “Sandra,” instantly sparking reactions online. The mix-up quickly made its rounds across social media, with fans pointing out the awkward but relatable moment.
Tems accidentally called Barack Obama’s daughter Sandra instead of Sasha during the Obama Presidential Center Grand Opening 😅 pic.twitter.com/t8L1JaYTKT
— HYPETRIBE (@hypetribeng) June 18, 2026
Not Tems Issuing A Public Apology Right After
Not long after, Tems addressed the viral slip-up on X and blamed it on a case of nerves. “Lord knows I was nervous! please forgive me!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭,” she wrote, offering a lighthearted apology after the moment took off online. While many fans found the mistake harmless and humorous, others couldn’t help but laugh at how quickly the internet caught it.
Lord knows I was nervous! please forgive me!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭
— TEMS (@temsbaby) June 18, 2026
Sasha & Malia Obama Had The Girls Taking Notes
Roomies, one thing about Sasha and Malia Obama? They’re going to have the internet talking every time they pop out. The sisters made a rare public appearance on Thursday at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, joining their parents, Barack and Michelle Obama, for the major celebration. Nearly a decade after leaving the White House, Sasha and Malia effortlessly grabbed attention as they stepped on stage alongside their parents, reminding folks that they continue to be fan favorites whenever they make a public appearance.
And let’s get into the looks! Sasha stepped out in a chic off-white fit cinched at the waist with a belt that had us saying, “Waist where?!” while her flawless glam gave full “I’m ready for my close-up” energy. Meanwhile, Malia pulled up with her signature auburn braids and a plunging blazer look that had us ready to ask, “Sis, are you selling your clothes on Depop anytime soon?” Because baby, the Obama girls understood the assignment. And, you already know Instagram was having a field day over Sasha and Malia Obama’s looks:
One Instagram user @emilycandylillian_morgan said, “The daughters are just tea 😍😍😍”
This Instagram user @jerzeyboi2 added, “The Obama daughters, wow 😍❤️❤️”
And, Instagram user @trevorjarod commented, “Sasha 😍”
Then Instagram user @quianashonte claimed, “Major ❤️❤️❤️❤️”
And let’s not forget X users going UP:
omg Malia and Sasha 😍 pic.twitter.com/XpUL9qGDsd
— Mark (@106th) June 18, 2026
Malia and Sasha Obama DAMNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN 🔥 pic.twitter.com/GU5zH4R7Vm
— Qondi (@QondiNtini) June 18, 2026
Sasha Obama is BADD.
Sis is giving grown woman. pic.twitter.com/ITRqj1KTYB
— ThrillaFrmCamilla (@_Ahreeahnah) June 18, 2026
SASHA IS MY FAV OBAMA https://t.co/iqM9eAtFAm
— kourt 🍒 (@giftedko) June 18, 2026
Malia and Sasha Obama looking amazing. They grew up to be great ladies. pic.twitter.com/mhQBA6kjLc
— Nina (@ShakeLS) June 18, 2026
