“Happy birthday to the love of my life, @MichelleObama,” Barack, 63, wrote via X on Friday, January 17. “You fill every room with warmth, wisdom, humor, and grace — and you look good doing it. I’m so lucky to be able to take on life’s adventures with you. Love you!”

Michelle and Barack Obama have hit back at wild rumors over their relationship with an intimate photo of them holding hands. The former president posted the picture with a gushing message on Instagram to celebrate his wife’s 61st birthday on Friday.

The former First Couple made it clear they are still very much in love … or very committed to needlessly lying about their relationship status!

The couple first met while working in a law firm in Chicago in 1989 and got married in 1992. They have two daughters together, Malia and Sasha Obama.

Michelle Obama’s decision to skip Donald Trump’s inauguration has fueled speculation about marital troubles with Barack Obama. Social media users are questioning the couple's relationship after Michelle also missed other high-profile events.

Barack Obama and Michelle Obama are the subject of several divorce rumors after people noticed the First Lady’s absence. President Barack Obama attended Jimmy Carter’s funeral solo on Jan. 7 2025, while other former Presidents,

As Barack Obama prepares to attend another significant event without his wife by his side, many are wondering if he and Michelle are headed for Splitsville.