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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Brittany Miller

Michelle Obama explains why she feels “completely free” for the first time

  • Michelle Obama has reignited speculation about her marriage to Barack Obama following recent comments on her podcast.
  • She stated that she feels “completely free” for the first time, making choices solely for herself now that her husband is no longer president and their children are grown.
  • Michelle clarified that the couple's infrequent public appearances are due to their age and not wanting to document every moment, rather than marital problems.
  • She also defended her decision to skip events such as Jimmy Carter's funeral and Donald Trump's inauguration, asserting her right to define her own actions.
  • Michelle Obama had previously addressed these divorce rumors in April, indicating that people generally accept her denials.

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