Former First Lady Michelle Obama leaves New York after US Open

EXCLUSIVE: Michelle dresses down in upmarket hotel! Former First Lady leaves Pierre Hotel in NYC… where 39th floor presidential suite costs $30,000 A NIGHT

  • Former First Lady Michelle Obama was seen leaving the swanky Pierre Hotel on Manhattan’s Upper East Side early Saturday morning
  • Pierre’s presidential suite the ‘Tata Suite’ goes for a staggering $30,000 a night 
  • She was dressed casually in high-waisted wide leg light wash denim jeans and a short-sleeve white tee and stylish sneakers
  • Obama was accompanied by one of her assistants and her security team
  • Before she left for the tennis tournament on Friday she made a stop at an apartment on the Upper West Side and was joined by her daughter Malia 20 minutes later  
  • Obama joined a host of other celebrities, athletes, musicians, and political figures who attended the US Open 2022 this week held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, located at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in Queens, New York

Former First Lady Michelle Obama was seen leaving the swanky Pierre Hotel on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, where the presidential suite goes for a staggering $30,000 a night, early Saturday morning.

Rooms at the Pierre, which sits on the east side of Central Park South, start at a hefty $1,000 a night. One of their four varieties of suites cost upwards of $3,000 a night, and a ‘Deluxe Grand Suite’ can set you back a whopping $7,500 a night. 

Other, larger, suites in the hotel are so exclusive that prices are not listed on their website, where it indicates you must call the establishment which opened its doors in 1930 in order to book the room. 

The presidential ‘Tata Suite’ spans the hotel’s entire 39th floor and offers up to six bedrooms for guests. 

‘Our spectacular Tata Presidential Suite is perched at the top of The Pierre’s iconic tower. Boasting soaring views of Central Park and Manhattan, this crown jewel residence is the ultimate in Manhattan living,’ according to Pierre’s website.

‘The bespoke design blends creamy neutrals with shimmering metallics and gleaming marble. Offering complete privacy, the Tata Suite can connect to 4 additional Park View rooms and suites to complete the entire floor.’

Obama exited her high-end stay dressed casually in high-waisted wide leg light wash denim jeans, a short-sleeve white tee and a pair of stylish sneakers, the former First Lady was seen around 8:30 am stepping into a car.  

She appeared relaxed as one of her assistants and her security team stood by. Officers from the NYPD allowed her motorcade to cut down a closed street on 59th Street.

Obama stayed at the luxury hotel after attending the US Open last night in Queens. It is unclear where she was headed Saturday morning. 

Former First Lady Michelle Obama was seen leaving the swanky Pierre Hotel on Manhattan’s Upper East Side hotel early Saturday morning after attending last night’s US Open

Dressed casually in high-waisted wide leg light wash denim jeans, a short-sleeve white tee and a pair of stylish sneakers, the former First Lady walks out of the hotel into a waiting vehicle around 8:30 am with her security detail and one of her assistants nearby 

Rooms at the Pierre, which sits on the east side of Central Park South, start at a hefty $1,000 a night. One of their four varieties of suites cost upwards of $3,000 a night, and a ‘Deluxe Grand Suite’ can set you back a whopping $7,500 a night

Michelle Obama appeared relaxed as one of her assistants (pictured far right)  and security team follow as she leaves the swanky Pierre Hotel located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Officers from the NYPD allowed her motorcade to cut down a closed street on 59th Street, the source said

Former First Lady Michelle Obama was seen leaving the swanky Pierre Hotel on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, where the presidential suite goes for a staggering $30,000 a night, early Saturday morning. Pictured, the Fifth Avenue and exterior of The Pierre Hotel on September 20, 2021 in New York City

The presidential ‘Tata Suite,’ pictured, spans the hotel’s entire 39th floor and offers up to six bedrooms for guests. ‘Our spectacular Tata Presidential Suite is perched at the top of The Pierre’s iconic tower. Boasting soaring views of Central Park and Manhattan, this crown jewel residence is the ultimate in Manhattan living,’ according to Pierre’s website


Rooms at the Pierre, which sits on the east side of Central Park South, start at a hefty $1,000 a night. One of their four varieties of suites cost upwards of $3,000 a night, and a ‘Deluxe Grand Suite’ can set you back a whopping $7,500 a night

Larger suites in the hotel are so exclusive that prices are not listed on their website, where it indicates you must call the establishment which opened its doors in 1930 in order to book the room 


The Pierre features stunning views of New York City’s Central Park. ‘Ever since opening its doors in 1930, The Pierre has been revered as both a quintessential monument to New York City affluence and an outstanding archetype of service excellence,’ reads the website for the nearly hundred-year-old institution 

On Friday, hours before the iconic tennis tournament, Obama was seen heading to an Upper Westside apartment building, but it is unclear whom she was visiting. 

Her 24-year-old daughter, Malia arrived at the building located on West 94th Street by an Uber 20 minutes later.

At the US Open that night, Obama dressed in a flattering lilac-colored pin stripe pant ensemble. She smiled as she made a pointing gesture in the stands as she enjoyed watching the semifinals match between Frances Tiafoe, of the United States, and Carlos Alcaraz of Spain. 

Seated to the former first lady’s right is United States Tennis Association President, Michael J. McNulty III, and to her left is model, Jill Vedder, the wife of Pearl Jam’s, Eddie Vedder.

In 2018, the Vedders joined forces with Obama to encourage voting for the upcoming midterm elections. The married pair have been longtime supporters of the former First Lady and former President, Barack Obama.  

Eddie Vedder performed during Barack Obama’s farewell address at the end of his presidency in January 2017.

Musician John Bon Jovi is seated a few rows behind the former First Lady. Jovi is seen watching the match intently. 

Mariska Hargitay and Julianna Margulies were some of the other celebrities that attended last night’s annual event held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, located at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in Queens.

 Michelle Obama (second from right)  reacts as she watches the semifinal match between Frances Tiafoe, of the United States, and Carlos Alcaraz of Spain. Seated to her right is United States Tennis Association President, Michael J. McNulty III, and to her left is model, Jill Vedder, the wife of Pearl Jam’s, Eddie Vedder. Members of the former First Lady’s security team and one of her assistants are seated in the row behind her

 Seated a few rows up was musician Jon Bon Jovi (pictured center) smiling and watching the match intently. Bon Jovi joined other big name celebrities, athletes, musicians, and politicians, that attended the annual event held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, located at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in Queens, New York

Mariska Hargitay (pictured left) and Julianna Margulies (pictured right) attend last night’s match, Day 12 of the 4th Grand Slam season on Friday night. Margulies covers her hands over her mouth in sheer surprise of what appears to be a miss : 4th Grand Slam of the season, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 9, 2022 in Queens, New York City

 Jamie Foxx took a photo and enjoying some laughs during Day12 of the US Open 2022

US Open 2022, which kicked off on August 23, runs through September 12. Since the opening day, the event  continues to draw a star-studded crowd.

In the seats cheering and clapping along were actors Jamie Foxx, Mariska Hargitay, Julianna Margulies, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Leon Robinson, Nicholas Braun, Stephanie March and Zimbabwae-American actress, Danai Gurira, Rebel Wilson, Jason Biggs, Alec Baldwin, legendary news anchor, Chuck Scarborough, and model Emily Ratajkowski, among others. 

Other notables include music mogul Clive Davis, musician Jon Bon Jovi, Georgina Bloomberg, Diana Taylor, and Michael Bloomberg.

Some of the athletes have included Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova, Washington Wizards Basketball player Bradley Beal and Kamiah Adams-Beal, Cleveland Cavaliers Basketball player Kevin Love and wife, Kate Bock, New York Ranger Ice Hockey Goaltender Henrik Lundqvist.

Alec Baldwin claps from the stands as he watches a match on September 9

Washington Wizards Basketball player Bradley Beal (left) and Kamiah Adams-Beal (right) were in attendance on September 9

 Canadian actress Jill Hennessy (middle) attends day 12 of the US Open 2022, 4th Grand Slam of the season on September 9

Former New York Ranger Ice Hockey Goaltender Henrik Lundqvist (right) in conversation with a friend on September 9

Legendary newsman Chuck Scarborough (right) smiles and waves from his seat on September 9

Comedian Joel Mchale (left) Actor Jason Biggs (middle) and actor Justin Bartha (right) had their eyes glued to the court during the US Open 2022 on September 9

Model Emily Ratajkowski attends the 2022 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 7, 2022

Georgina Bloomberg(left) Diana Taylor (second from left) and Michael Bloomberg (far right) attend day 10 of the US Open 2022, 4th Grand Slam of the season, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 7, 2022

Music mogul and American music producer Clive Davis (pictured with sunglasses second to right) watching from the stands on September 9

American-Zimbabwae actress Danai Gurira (holding phone front left) was all smiles with friends at day 12 of the US Open 2022, 4th Grand Slam of the season

Obama was in Washington D.C. on Wednesday to attend the unveiling of her and former president Barack Obama’s official White House portraits.

The ceremony took place in the East Room of the White House. The portraits were  commissioned by the White House Historical Association, The New York Times reported. 

Artist Robert McCurdy painted the former president, and Sharon Sprung painted the former first lady.

Michelle Obama, who considered The White House her home for eight years, remarked during the ceremony that ‘it’s great to be back.’

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