Former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama has responded to continued speculations about her marriage to Barack Obama, dismissing rumors that they are separating.
Mrs. Obama has been notably absent from several high-profile events, including Donald Trump’s inauguration and the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter. This has led to discussions about potential marital issues.
Speaking on the Work in Progress podcast, hosted by actress Sophia Bush, she explained that she now has control over her own schedule.
“People couldn’t fathom that I was making a choice for myself, so they had to assume my husband and I are divorcing,” she said.
She admitted feeling some guilt over stepping back from public duties.
“As women, we struggle with disappointing people,” she shared.
Prioritizing Personal Decisions
Mrs. Obama emphasized that her choices were based on personal needs rather than external expectations.
“I chose to do what was best for me. Not what I had to do. Not what I thought other people wanted me to do,” she explained.
While her absence from President Trump’s inauguration was notable, she did deliver a major speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) last summer, where she urged support for Kamala Harris’ presidential bid.
“Hope is making a comeback,” she told the audience in Chicago.
Despite scaling back her public appearances, Mrs. Obama confirmed that she still dedicates time to causes she’s passionate about.
“I still give speeches, I still work on projects. I still care about girls’ education,” she said.
The Obamas celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary last October. Mrs. Obama has been open about the challenges in their marriage due to Barack Obama’s political career, writing about her experiences in her best-selling memoir, Becoming.
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