Christmas In Washington With The Obamas - The Obama Women Shine Bright | PHOTOS

The Obamas were in Washington at the National Building Museum for the taping of TNT's Christmas. Obama, his wife, Michelle, and daughters, Sasha, 12, and Malia, 15, helped collect presents for patients at Children's National Medical Center in Washington before the concert began.

The star-studded annual event, which was hosted this year by Hugh Jackman and featured performances by Sheryl Crow, Janelle Monae and the Backstreet Boys among others.

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The First Lady looked suitably festive as she stepped out in her $6,800 J Mendel jacket, despite dealing with criticisms the last time she wore the pricey garment. The last time she wore the embellished garment, in July 2012 at a Buckingham Palace reception in London, political commentators took issue with the fact that she had spent so much on fashion while so many in the U.S. are suffering financially.

Despite any impending controversy over Mrs Obama's outfit, the first family was in high holiday spirits at the charity event as some little Christmas elves entertained them with their mischievous antics.