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Larry David and Barack Obama in a vintage TV studio, discussing a script for a new sketch comedy show, hinting at retirement.
Behind the Scenes

Larry David's new sketch show premieres, addresses retirement rumors

Series director Jeff Schaffer recalled the awkward uncertainty surrounding how to address executive producer Barack Obama when giving him notes for the new HBO series.

Victor Ren·June 27, 2026
Larry David and former President Barack Obama share a laugh on the set of David's new HBO comedy series, 'Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness'.
Behind the Scenes

Larry David praises Obama's comedic timing in new show

Former President Barack Obama will appear in Larry David's new HBO comedy series, 'Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness', and his own production company, Higher Ground, also initiated the projec

Victor Ren·June 24, 2026