Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama[1] (née Robinson; born ) is an American attorney and author who served as First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017 as the wife of Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States.
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. Learn more about her life and career.
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Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson interviewed Dave Chappelle at the new home of WYSO in Yellow Springs for episode of their “IMO” podcast.
Michelle Robinson Obama was born in DeYoung, Illinois, on , 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.
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Michelle Obama is a style icon now, but like many others, she spent her formative years figuring out her "look" by experimenting with different styles until she found what worked best for her. On ...
Michelle Obama's head-turning old school photos have fans saying the same thing
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