Jenna Bush Hager is still reeling over Michelle Obama's kind words to her.

On the Nov. 4 episode of TODAY With Jenna & Friends, Obama told Jenna that she was “proud” of her , which caused Jenna to get emotional on air.

Two days later, when asked what she thought of the compliment, Jenna told TODAY.com that it meant the world to her.

"She said she was proud of me, which was so sweet. I couldn't believe it," Jenna, who is the daughter of former U.S president George W. Bush, said. "We never really get to hear how we impacted people. When she said that and also said that she was proud of Barbara, I couldn't help but tear up."

Jenna Bush Hager and Michelle Obama on "Jenna & Friends" on November 4, 2025. TODAY

"I couldn't help it. She's a former First Lady saying she's proud of you. It

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