Apr 20, 2023 · Former first lady Michelle Obama has been open about her marriage struggles, saying last year she "couldn't stand" her husband, former President Barack Obama, for about a decade when their...

Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama [1] (née Robinson; born January 17, 1964) is an American attorney and author who served as the first lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017, being married to Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States.

Jan 16, 2025 · When news broke that Michelle Obama would be skipping President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration, the former first lady offered no explanation — but multiple media reports now suggest reasons why she’s reclaiming her time.

Jan 18, 2025 · It began when former first lady Michelle failed to join her husband at Jimmy Carter’s funeral on January 9 — and heated up even more when it was announced she would not be attending...

Jan 17, 2025 · Michelle Obama 's 61st birthday will no doubt be a bittersweet occasion this year compared to her previous celebrations. The former First Lady has had a difficult few months following the death...

First Lady Michelle Obama. Michelle Robinson Obama was born in DeYoung, Illinois, on January 17, 1964, to parents Frasier Robinson III and Marian Shields. She grew up in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood with her older brother Craig, attending Chicago Public Schools and quickly joining gifted classes in elementary school.

Jan 25, 2025 · Michelle Obama, American first lady (2009–17), the wife of Barack Obama, 44th president of the United States. She was the first African American first lady, and during her time in that post she notably supported military families and promoted healthy eating.

Nov 6, 2009 · Michelle Obama (1964-), the wife of 44th U.S. president Barack Obama, served as first lady from 2009-2017. An Ivy League graduate, she built a successful career, first as a lawyer,...

Feb 5, 2024 · Michelle Obama is a lawyer, writer, and wife of former U.S. President Barack Obama. She is the first Black woman to serve as First Lady of the United States.

She is the first African-American First Lady of the United States. Through her four main initiatives, she has become a role model for women and an advocate for healthy families, service members and their families, higher education, and international adolescent girls education.