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Michelle Obama Wins Second Grammy for 'The Light We Carry'

The former first lady secures her second Grammy, tying with Barack Obama in the spoken word category.

  • Michelle Obama won her second Grammy Award for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording, beating notable nominees like Bernie Sanders and Meryl Streep.
  • Her award-winning audiobook, 'The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times,' reflects on her experiences and offers insights on overcoming challenges.
  • This win ties Michelle Obama with her husband, former President Barack Obama, each now having two Grammy Awards in the spoken word category.
  • Obama's first Grammy was for her memoir 'Becoming,' and she has also received an Emmy nomination for a Netflix special with Oprah.
  • The 2024 Grammys saw strong competition, with nominees including William Shatner and Rick Rubin, and performances by artists like SZA, Billie Eilish, and Dua Lipa.
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