Michelle Obama admits to moments of contemplating divorce from former president Barack Obama. - Michelle Obama expresses she's never pondered over the idea of leaving her husband
Michelle Obama, the 61-year-old wife of former U.S. President Barack Obama, addressed rumours of a divorce during a recent episode of her podcast "IMO." The speculation, which gained traction over the past year, was fuelled by public scrutiny and tabloid reports, exacerbated by Michelle's absence from high-profile events such as President Trump's second inauguration and the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter.
In the podcast episode, Craig Robinson, Michelle's brother and co-host, greeted the couple by expressing his delight at having them both in the same room. The Obamas used the opportunity to joke about the divorce rumours and poke fun at the idea that their marriage was on the brink of collapse. Michelle quipped, "It's my husband, y'all. She took me back," while Barack admitted it was "touch and go for a while," but reaffirmed their strong relationship.
The Obamas' humorous response to the rumours served to dispel the false narrative and demonstrate the decades-long strength of their marriage. Michelle also shared that she has become a better person through the man she is married to, referring to Barack. She stated that she never thought about leaving her husband and that they have had tough times but also a lot of fun and adventures.
Barack responded to Michelle's statement with a joke about not making her cry at the beginning of the show, further emphasising the couple's strong bond and sense of humour. The Obamas' appearance on the podcast marked their first joint comments on the divorce rumours, and they seemed to use humour to dispel the false narrative and assure their supporters that their marriage remains solid.
Michelle Obama, the woman who is married to former US President Barack Obama, addressed the unfounded divorce rumors during her podcast "IMO." Their humorous response to those rumors on the show, which was their first joint comments on the matter, served to debunk the false narrative and confirm the strength of their decades-long marriage, as they continue to entertain people in the US and beyond, not just in the realm of politics but also in the world of entertainment and celebrities.
