'The Lady Bird Diaries': A New Documentary Reveals the Influential Role of Former First Lady

Based on her private audio diaries, the film explores Lady Bird Johnson's impact on her husband's presidency and her environmental advocacy.

New documentary, 'The Lady Bird Diaries', on Hulu provides an intimate look into the life of former First Lady Lady Bird Johnson, based on her private audio diaries.
The film focuses on her White House years, revealing her significant influence over her husband, President Lyndon B. Johnson, and her passion for beautifying America.
Mrs. Johnson was a key supporter of her husband's political career, offering him strategic advice and honest critique.
The documentary highlights her environmental advocacy, including her role in the Highway Beautification Act of 1965 and the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Despite the tumultuous events of her time, the film portrays Mrs. Johnson as a calm and restrained figure, often more concerned with her husband's well-being than the national affairs.