Michelle Obama Gives Inspiring Speech at Black Girls Rock 2015

Michelle Obama takes the stage while attending the 2015 Black Girls Rock! event held at the NJ Performing Arts Center on Saturday (March 28) in Newark, N.J.

The 51-year-old First Lady was joined by Ava DuVernay, Carmen Ejogo, Danielle Brooks, Cicely Tyson, Fantasia Barrino, and Regina King.

“No matter who you are, no matter where you come from, you are beautiful,” Mrs. Obama told the crowd. “I am so proud of you. My husband, your president, is so proud of you. We have so much hope and dreams for you.”

Make sure to watch the special when it airs on BET on Sunday, April 5 at 7/6c.

15+ pictures inside of Michelle Obama, Ava DuVernay, and more at the event…