Kicking off his celebration a day early, President Barack Obama headed back to his hometown of Chicago for his 50th birthday festivities, in which he spoke to over 2,400 fans in Uptown's historic Aragon Ballroom last night (August 3).
The Windy City native was joined at the joyous occasion by a bevy of other famous faces, including fellow Chi-town star Jennifer Hudson, as well as famed drummer Vinnie Colaiuta and the city's mayor, Rahm Emanuel.
President Obama, who will spend tonight celebrating with close family and friends, revealed his excitement over his favorite birthday present while at yesterday's fundraiser, telling the audience, "Malia is coming home from camp tomorrow just for her daddy's birthday. I'm very happy about that."
Continuing onward with the fun during the milestone occasion, the entire Obama clan will head to Camp David, where they will enjoy some quality time with their near and dear friends the Whitakers and the Nesbitts.