Malia Obama With Her Boyfriend Dawit Eklund ❤️

Malia Obama, 25, has been seen spending time with Ethiopian music producer Dawit Eklund, 34, in Washington. Eklund is gaining recognition as a rising star in the music industry. The two have been spotted laughing and having lunch together in New York, sparking rumors about their romantic involvement. However, no official confirmation has been made regarding their relationship.
Eklund has an interesting background, born to an Ethiopian mother and American father in Addis Ababa. Due to his father's US government career, he moved across countries like Bangladesh, Kenya, Egypt, and Sudan during his childhood. His father played a role in aiding Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia during the war.
His mother, Yeshi Eklund, comes from a successful Ethiopian business family. His sister, Sara Eklund, made headlines for introducing menstrual cups to Ethiopian women, promoting menstrual health awareness. The family now resides in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, and also has a house in Chantilly, Virginia.
Dawit Eklund pursued music after obtaining a degree from George Washington University. His debut track "Psycho Animus" on SoundCloud gained considerable attention. He has released over 10 tracks, including popular ones like "Wit It!," "Litchi Juice," "Lies are Chic," and "Mint."
His talent was acknowledged by The Washington Post in 2016, labeling him a promising dance music producer. Eklund co-founded the record label 1432 R with friends Joyce Lim and Sami Yenigun, which focuses on Ethiopian music and has helped launch the careers of artists like Soso Tharpa, Analog Tara, and Ocabaya.
Though Malia Obama and Dawit Eklund's relationship status remains uncertain, their connection has highlighted Eklund's remarkable journey as a music producer and his impact on the Ethiopian music scene.

[@bieassialaw6832]

As the old saying goes, girls find someone that reminds them of their daddies 😊❤

[@shixsshixs4191]

I agree

[@tonyt5493]

True

[@whitetabletalkshow]

Exactly ..I thought it's my eyes alone

[@patriciaanyanwu3501]

Very true. Both of them look so much alike.

[@kathycavitt3089]

Wow I Said The Same Thing, He Do Look Like Obama !

[@phylisswright4847]

He looks a lot like her dad. Obama

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️❤ ❤🎉🎉💖

[@dayawantiechinapa8961]

It's true 💯 %❤

[@mzyouknowit8024]

Women date their fathers

[@leahartlee29]

I thought the very same thing! I wish them all of the best. What a beautiful couple.

[@reginahoughtaling2147]

Thought the same thing.

[@Massmommamess]

This beautiful young woman came to my art display at a farmer’s market, I didn’t know who she was until after we had the nicest conversation about art, made my day!

[@naomichambers1687]

That’s so cool

[@MV-ew6ty]

❤love this. Thanks for sharing.

[@PrettyCherry126]

Super cool

[@odalysruiz4]

Love u! Malia and friend. 🙌🏽👑❤👼🏽👑♥️👼🏽♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@MsEss2011]

Malia herself can pass for an Ethiopian 👑

[@misspuddin87]

This is the comment I was looking for, agreed.

[@mrsam0496]

She is of Luo ethnicity through her father and parternal grandfather. Luo people's are spread through eastern Africa into Ethiopia like the Anauk. So you are right. But I see what you mean with the 'typical' Ethiopian look

[@Minimovie411]

So glad I didnt have to type it. !

[@firemansflame1]

I thought the same thing.

[@user-jt1us6cl8t]

Yeah I agree 100% she does look Ethiopian

[@Empressivegoals]

They're giving Soul Mate vibes. They look alike and that's a good sign.

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@Yummy333]

He looks like Obama 😅❤❤❤

[@Moonchild_est1987]

How are they giving soul mate vibes?! Yall be saying anything😂😂😂

[@tobiandtribe]

Yea.

[@ManPursueExcellence]

Cut that soulmate bs out. It will be over before the end of next year 🤣

[@WNdaba]

They look like siblings. They look good together ❤❤

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@sable7114]

he really really favors her dad!

[@Wendybird34]

@@sable7114that worked out well for the chef 😱

[@rieblogs7859]

East African genes

[@shellylavigne5913]

Great couple. Both from outstanding women ✌🏻… ok… men too

[@nattywho]

It seems like yesterday that she was a little girl…they just grow so fast!!! ❤

[@amenisworld5733]

Right, I feel old

[@lailanimessina1473]

I was like 25?? Already? 😂

[@gailtrotman5256]

We met her and little sis, Sasha 17 years ago when her dad made that epic leap into declaring his presidential candidacy. ❤

[@kevinokinyi7930]

real quick 💯

[@Richard_Range]

As East African, Tanzania 🇹🇿 to be specific, what i can tell you is Ethiopia and Kenya is like Canada and USA geographically!!! Her dad is really her idol🥰 She went back to the roots! Wish them prosperous❤

[@cynthiagasparik5184]

No one gives a shit about those shit holes

[@FlatearthFE]

Forgot obama was Kenyan.

[@MTMF.london]

Nothing's gonna come from it - she's still too young to settle down with "soul-mate" crap.

[@Nancy22-mc6pw]

True❤

[@novlinbennett7725]

Nice young man. He resembles her dad a lot.😊

[@cynthiakhan5483]

I was just saying the same thing!

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@TammiMorrison]

He looks like her Dad

[@kathycavitt3089]

Yes Her Real Dad!

[@jonothandoeser]

Wnat are you suggesting!!!!

[@deborahsteele7389]

Kenya + Ethiopia, what a treat!

[@saundrataylor8548]

🤣🤣😂😂😂😂🤣

[@WonLotto100M]

Jeez they’re just dating

[@diasporabilu7563]

Lol

[@Lalis664]

Yes. East African roots is a vibe.😂😂😂😂😍😍😍😍😍😍loving this

[@Ubuntu-BC]

❤

[@anthonyhunt7313]

Awesome couple! I hope the media lets them live in peace 💪🏿

[@lindahamrick756]

Sick and not aesome

[@lindahamrick756]

Not awsome. Sick just like her dad

[@user-dh6bj2me5p]

​@@lindahamrick756You can't stand it!

[@lolasamuels-ward5572]

Agreed 👍 🤝 😊❤🎉

[@dolchiehailey2834]

My Ethiopian 🇪🇹 brother he's going to make a good husband and father 🥰

[@missam3404]

Eww he's too old for her🤮

[@dogsoverpeople830]

She has always seemed to be a wonderful young woman who is smart and capable! Her parents did good raising them, and I also applaud them for trusting them and letting them seek out their own lives! I wish her nothing but the very best in her life, full of love, happiness and laughter! Let her have friends without speculation, and when it’s more, confirmed only by her, respect her. She has earned nothing less! Be happy Malia! ❤

[@tami2225]

Wonderful? Capable? Of what? There’s pics of her all over H. bydens laptop. Come on now. 🙄wakey wakey.

[@althiranellum4908]

Troll, just cannot be nice.

[@tami2225]

@@althiranellum4908 I’m just stating facts. Your free to do your own research.

[@peopthis3716]

@@tami2225 It is ugly to allow what’s on your mind to be stated out loud. Always walk in Grace and Mercy. Fact💯

[@tami2225]

@@peopthis3716 It’s ugly to not tell the truth. Fearing the truth or not caring is one thing but deciding to ignore the truth is another. The pictures and testimonies are out there. Everybody needs to stop putting these individuals on a pedestal. They are nowhere near the people they portray themselves to be. Wake up.

[@LisaJohnson-nx7iw]

❤❤❤❤❤❤ it!!! I'm Ethiopian. So happy😊

[@MsLotusBlooms]

Ethiopian guys seem like gentleman and have good family values.

[@RoseGold718]

My love is Ethiopian. He’s so sweet, kind and gentle. He’s my soulmate. She’s in great hands!❤

[@moniquejohnson2465]

sweet

[@Gelila05]

❤

[@RoseGold718]

@@nancysamuelson9357 yes they are❤️❤️❤️

[@BT-om1zl]

❤👍🏽🌹

[@tinsae5303]

I knew it! Knew that he is home boy as soon as I saw him and his first name lol. I know my people 🇪🇹 They look so good together 🙏🏽

[@karenscales5077]

At least he is about something. I love seeing our beautiful black girls. Linking up with smart guys. ❤❤❤❤

[@missam3404]

She needs someone her age, not his old ass

[@debragittens4749]

& as the Jamaican Singer Says leave people business alone ❤ leave people business & Mind your Own ❤❤❤.

[@Lequinta12]

This looks like history is repeating itself.. the modern Michelle and Barak!!❤❤❤❤

[@tunzlunz]

Y’all are so thirsty. How is this like history repeating itself? Like how? 😂

[@MTMF.london]

Nothing's gonna come of it - this is probably just a "situationship" - she's too young to be settling with anyone.

[@bartolomeorego]

They look great together. He looks like a young barack obama

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘💕

[@lindajohnson8118]

Dating a dad looks like is not a compliment. Weird. He does not look like Obama.

[@onyiititus3277]

Too old for her

[@Cmarie118]

​@@lindajohnson8118hater #1

[@Cmarie118]

​@@onyiititus3277hater #2

[@alicemacharia8738]

Ethiopia+kenya= motherland❤️

[@nicmuthoni8207]

Kabisaa 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

[@LilliLamour]

​@@user-vt8yz2lk8nExactly. She was in an African American womb for 9 months.

[@over-kw9ct]

He lived in Kenya. Does doesn't have roots there.

[@lindasibanda1228]

He is Ethiopian, she is the one with Kenyan roots

[@alicemacharia8738]

@@lindasibanda1228 Motherland (Africa)

[@loftyloambloomPlants1111]

Was anyone else like "25!!?....34!!?" while watching this?

[@Seyi.O]

I am certain it will not work.

[@xo1947]

No sounds like a good match!

[@thezu9250]

I think 25 and plus is okay as your brain is matured. Its when its some 34 year old dude with a 19-24 year old as they are in significantly different life stages. I think people like her live in a different world and she has more protection than the average 25 year old. You think they didnt do a full background check on him? People say to stay away from much older men because many prey on vulnerable inexperienced younger women.

[@Losenias]

Anyone automatically say she can do better…..nothing against him it’s just we watched her grow up and nothing short of a doctor md that is an astrophysicists billionaire who saves endangered species……is actively working toward sending aid to refugees and civilians indirectly and directly harmed by war or genocide…... also must eat clean and is a feminist…..😂😂😂😂😂😂 then I would be like awe such cute Couple

[@TheSentientSensei]

🤨 immediately

[@annmoore8696]

Cute looking Couple 😊

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@laurianapmanuel]

May this lead to a healthy, strong marriage like her parents and that their parents become the greatest grandparents ever 🥰🥰🥰

[@shirleyarmstrong3699]

Puck, ugh.

[@skiitax8]

​@@shirleyarmstrong3699🙄

[@missam3404]

She needs someone her age

[@MTMF.london]

Nope. She too young to be settling down with anyone.

[@lmm7762]

She’s beautiful so is her sister. Prayers of happiness for both girls

[@Simeon1212]

I’m Eritrean , to me she looks habesha . Which is our term for our own ppl (ethio + eri)

[@koryburdet1317]

Ethio is Greek for black. Ethiopian in Greek means black or dark skin people

[@tunzlunz]

But she’s not one of you. She’s half Kenyan.

[@koryburdet1317]

@@tunzlunz she's not half Kenyan. She's half black American and 25% keyan 25% White

[@diffusionofhealing651]

Sweet couple! I cannot believe Malia is even old enough to date, time flies!

[@Itsmedarling34]

So adorable 🥰 she is her Father’s twin

[@kathycavitt3089]

Yeah Her Real Dad!!

[@debradevine5014]

Lol do you even know what her real dad looks like it’s sure not boorack

[@mwendapoleee]

​@@debradevine5014but you know it for sure cause you were present 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@deborahskinner5694]

I agree 💯

[@durwinsorrells96]

facts her real father @@kathycavitt3089

[@michellekalski8823]

Sounds like a great match. Also they look good together. He seems to come from a great family.

[@VIC-ux8hd]

Her father and her boyfriend are 50% East African. They look good together.

[@bumatasi-bah3890]

I pray all go well, they look super cute together.

[@bettywilliams4409]

You and your boyfriend look good together. Jesus please bless this couple.

[@adedokunronke1819]

They are so cute 🥰🥰❤

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@hazelgriffith4515]

They don't have to "confirm any romantic involvement" to anybody...

[@sarahstarbuck8205]

She grew up. Shes beautiful

[@greatPrinceMike]

Beautiful couple

[@TheIconicFaces]

Yes they are

[@missk8926]

She looks Ethiopian too ❤

[@joyceak9064]

She’s Kenyan. She looks Kenyan, not Ethiopian.

[@mamad5686]

​@@joyceak9064 she does look more Ethiopian than Kenyan. I'm African so don't try to 'correct' me.

[@joyceak9064]

@@mamad5686 I’m African as well, Congolese to be exact she looks Kenyan because she is Kenyan. She doesn’t look Ethiopian. Not every East African looks Ethiopian. So yeah I just “corrected” you.

[@mamad5686]

@@joyceak9064 she looks like a sister to the Ethiopian guy yet you are here arguing like a moron 🙄

[@GOTravelhannel]

​@@mamad5686a lot of women in western uganda , Rwanda 🇷🇼, Kikuyu in Kenya look like her. Even Tz 😂. Don't think only Ethiopia or all Ethiopian women are good looking.

[@rwm1885]

Her height, her braids, her fashion sense, shes so wholesome! And now , her voice! Heard it on the trailer for her new movie just released to Sundance. Its called Heart. She speaks as soothingly as hher father. She needs to be a narratir on all NatGeo docus!

[@ardeniabrown5315]

Great taste in both sides and neither NEED each other. ❤❤❤❤

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘💕

[@carolinejohnson1249]

Tell me how can A MAN give birth

[@kathycavitt3089]

@@carolinejohnson1249, Exactly!!

[@doreeneb]

@@carolinejohnson1249 how can a WOMAN give birth? Ya'll need to stop this stupid thinking. Both men and women need each other. No woman on earth has been able to birth a child without some man's sperm. Yes, a MAN's sperm. So in order to birth a child, a woman needs a man's natural body abilities. Just like men need women to carry the child. We were created to compliment each other. Enough of this foolishness 🙄

[@nadinefreeman9429]

They look very happy ❤

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕

[@ahmereagouland8657]

Her hair is AMAZING ❤️❤️❤️

[@realreviews4017]

Not going to lie, she has grown into a stunning young woman, and those braids are gorgeous.

[@michellecaesar-jeffrey2749]

They make a beautiful couple...And he has similar features as her father.🙏🏾💯❤

[@kathycavitt3089]

She Looks Like Obama, He’s Not Her Real Dad!

[@terrywilliams8571]

Keep an eye on him!!! Good luck!!

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@therealdeal5896]

I'm happy she found her a black dude.... She seems level-headed and more happy now.

[@ceciliamwaura7468]

We are Africans and Africa is our business..

[@LongIslandNY-op8su]

They look beautiful together. I love me some African men.😊

[@Chaepion]

Always thought Malia looks Ethiopian

[@helenjones1977]

She's BEAUTIFUL AND SO IS HER SISTER THE WHOLE FAMILY IS BEAUTIFUL GOD.BLESS THEM ALL

[@reneejacobs8183]

She actually looks like she’s Habesha! That could be one of the things that attracted him to her!☺️

[@AJ-Omokeka]

She looks Ethiopian for real though. So beautiful 🇪🇹 Beautiful couple

[@michelleamatulle6378]

They sound perfect for each other !

[@SandySuzie]

My husband is Ethiopian❤️The best on earth and beyond! Ethiopians are beautiful people with great culture! I just hope they start acknowledging that and start living in peace without interference from warmonger USA. Her dad did a lot of damage to Africa actually

[@suzyque1279]

They seem too Arab looking for me. Not saying they are not African, but definitely too much of the Arab conqueror for me. As someone of sub seharian, west African descent, centuries ago of course, I've never taken any credit for the beauty attributed to them in terms of representing Africa.

[@flora-3603]

​@@suzyque1279They are not arabs

[@suzyque1279]

@@nancysamuelson9357 Ok that makes sense. They are mixed race, not black African and that's ok. But that's just why I don't identify with them as such. Gorgeous people though.

[@yvonneedwards9407]

Really? What?

[@yvonneedwards9407]

What did POTUS OBAMA do to AFRICA?

[@Tashaten]

Absolutely beautiful couple ❤❤❤

[@astraliaakbar722]

They look GREAT together ❤❤♥️

[@anitamorrison4238]

He reminds me of her dad.

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕

[@josiemaria316]

They look good together, and if they choose to be together romantically. That’s their business 💕🙏

[@Ironkitten83]

they are both half east african … love that for them ❤

[@dsantamaria713]

She looks just like her Dad! ❤

[@janetstrudwick6034]

It’s her business! The woman is 25 years old!!

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@susansmith9263]

At 6'1", Malia looks good in her clothes. Pretty and smart lady.❤

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@hideem1]

Omg she is GORGEOUS. She better know her worth & not take any crap from any guy. Haven’t seen her in years. Good to see her living her life happy.

[@SacredSoulPractice]

I pray he’s healthy and kind, I pray she’s happy and I pray for their good to and for one another ❤

[@sparkle1949]

Ohh what beautiful people ( accolades and fame aside , they are both just beautiful) Glory to God always .

[@harjotemnewo8892]

GOD BLESS YOU ABUNDANTLY!!!❤🙏

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@Ressa9]

She actually looks Ethiopian to me. Very cute young people

[@carolynedwards736]

She’s a straight up Ethiopian herself. Her features make it legal ….Absolutely stunning

[@dspirit444]

I like this coupling, reminds me of her Dad!

[@kathycavitt3089]

Not her Real Dad !! Wake Up !!

[@cornealiabeauty5213]

They could pass for twin

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@randallteagle4328]

It's not Obama girl coz Michelle is a man a transvite

[@KJ11999]

Malia, all grown up! Nice pics!

[@omaryland5039]

The resemblance is everything Y'ALL ❤❤❤

[@dellacarroway8029]

Beautiful

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Lilyflower-TigerLily]

He’s on her level somewhat

[@portiamarie3713]

Beautiful Young Lady

[@kemetickween1408]

Malia actually looks Ethiopian. He looks like her father.😃

[@shirlenealleyne6442]

He have features, like her father..

[@kathycavitt3089]

Obama isn’t Her Dad!!

[@Brenda-sy8we]

Poor girl

[@orethasudds4831]

Nice couple if they are 💛💙🖤💚🙌👋👍

[@pameliaphillips993]

They look alike

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘💕

[@laurynlavish]

Being a mom is such a blessing❤❤ love your target haul 😋🥰

[@EJones-jm5bo]

Celebrating Young Love ❤️

[@pamellascott357]

Sure glad to hear that she is Happy ☺️

[@SuccessForever1234]

If I were him I’d hire a body guard to protect him from Obama

[@deebaby972]

A striking resemblance to her father. Enjoy your life baby.

[@almazyassin1829]

WOW they look amazing together . I wish them all the very best in their future together 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@wendyrobertson7911]

He looks just like her father :)

[@kathycavitt3089]

Not Her Real Dad!!

[@patriciacercone2226]

What a stupid, hateful, remark! Your racism is on full display.

[@wossenelakew]

Melia why wait. Enough get married with this handsome guy from Ethiopia. Have your first child and put a great smile on your respected parents!❤️

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@missam3404]

What! No

[@mashonabrooks-bryant495]

They compliment each other ❤

[@angeec.3312]

They look so much like each other.. Seems like a good match..

[@Virgo904]

Beautiful 🤞🏾♥️♥️

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️❤ ❤🎉🎉💖

[@user-wx7um3ex70]

I would like to encourage someone to a relationship with Jesus Christ Jesus loves you Today is the day of repentance and salvation John 3 16 For God so loved the world that He gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Romans 10 9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. God bless

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕

[@gailallwn8400]

Oh my word a little Minnie me of daddy....unbelievable how much he resembles dad at a glance height build good looks. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Savafrica]

She also looks like an Ethiopian

[@MrsJay215]

All good vibes here ❤️

[@TheIconicFaces]

Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕

[@user-hv1sk2zx6u]

Beautiful couple.💚💛❤️

[@runrockwater]

Sounds like they have a similar childhood n ethnic backgrounds 😊

[@valeriedargan489]

She looks tall, graceful, and somewhat Somalian. Beautiful!

[@nsmithy8110]

African on African Love always wins big!!!

[@gracebowman3521]

The next generation of power couples.

[@TheIconicFaces]

okay Thank You Dear ❤️💕💕😘

[@pinecone1321]

And why .... what have they done but be born rich.

[@user-nx8eg8qv8u]

😂 why ? They just have more money, they have not done crap to better the country, just like her dad - it’s egotistical manipulator liar did more harm than good! I would advice him to run far away from her !

[@lindamcnair5663]

They are a handsome couple❤

[@saffronwetter2221]

They both make a beautiful couple I wish them all the best!

[@Seblewengel_Candels]

I’m proud Ethiopian 🇪🇹