Larry David Reveals Brutal Joke Obama Wrote for New HBO Show
The Daily Beast • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Larry David revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that Barack Obama contributed a joke for his new HBO comedy series, Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, produced by the Obamas’ Higher Ground Productions.
- In the series, Obama makes a cameo where he humorously refuses David’s request to sip his shake, joking about having "old lips," showcasing their playful rapport.
- The show, marking America's 250th anniversary, uses improvisation to humorously explore American history and features notable actors including Bill Hader as Abraham Lincoln and Kathryn Hahn as Mary Todd Lincoln.
- David shared a behind-the-scenes moment where he struggled to keep a straight face during a sketch with Obama, who reminded him it was inappropriate to call the president an "idiot," leading to the scene being cut.
- Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness premieres on June 26 and represents David’s first HBO project since the conclusion of Curb Your Enthusiasm’s 13th season in 2024.
