Indian Express

Iran news agency 'covers up' Michelle Obama

Press Trust of India Posted online: Wed Feb 27 2013, 00:40 hrs
New York : First Lady Michelle Obama’s image at the Oscars has been digitally altered by an Iranian news agency in order to make her dress, designed by an Indian-American, appear more modest.

Michelle got the unexpected makeover from the Iranian Fars News Agency that added sleeves and a neck to her sleek metallic gown.

Obama made a surprise appearance at the Oscars to present the Academy award for best picture to Argo Sunday night via a live feed from the White House. The photo was apparently edited to better comply with the strict Islamic dress code for women.