Former President Barack Obama recently turned down a cameo appearance in the upcoming sci-fi series “3 Body Problem” created by the duo behind Game of Thrones. Show co-creator David Benioff revealed that he and his partner, D.B. Weiss, reached out to Obama for a cameo role, but the former President declined the offer with a humorous note.
Despite declining the cameo role, Obama sent a light-hearted note to Benioff and Weiss, joking that he is holding out for a real alien invasion before making his on-screen debut in a sci-fi series. The note humorously mentioned that in the event of an actual alien invasion, he would want to save himself for that particular crisis, keeping his powder dry for such an occurrence.
It is no secret that Barack Obama is a fan of the source material, the Liu Cixin novel “The Three-Body Problem”. In 2017, Obama mentioned that reading the sci-fi book helped him find solace and distraction from the stresses of being the President of the United States. The idea that aliens could potentially invade at any moment put his day-to-day problems into perspective.
The concept of aliens has intrigued Obama in the past. In 2021, he shared that when he was first elected, he inquired about the existence of a secret alien lab housing extraterrestrial specimens. Unfortunately, he was informed that no such facility existed. This fascination with aliens ties in with his love for sci-fi literature and television, including his admiration for Game of Thrones.
Apart from his interest in sci-fi and fantasy, Barack and Michelle Obama have ventured into the entertainment industry through their Netflix deal. They produced the apocalyptic movie “Leave the World Behind” starring Julia Roberts. Additionally, the duo have a keen interest in promoting diverse storytelling through their creative endeavors.
“3 Body Problem” is set to premiere on Netflix on March 21, generating excitement among fans of the source material and the creative team behind the show. The series is part of the $200 million production deal that Benioff and Weiss signed with Netflix, marking another collaboration between the acclaimed showrunners. Alongside “3 Body Problem,” the duo are also working on a new show titled “Death by Lightning,” a drama centered around the 20th US President, James Garfield, and his assassin, Charles Guiteau.
Barack Obama’s witty refusal to cameo in “3 Body Problem” showcases his humor and love for sci-fi, adding a touch of levity to his already impressive resume.
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