Last Updated:April 10, 2025, 14:35 IST

Michelle Obama Addresses Divorce Rumors

Michelle Obama discusses her life choices.

Former US First Lady Michelle Obama has spoken out against rumors regarding her marriage to Barack Obama during a recent episode of the “Work in Progress” podcast hosted by actress Sophia Bush. In the engaging discussion, she opened up about her life after leaving the White House, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing herself.

Michelle reflected on her challenges in making personal decisions, stating, ‘I could have made a lot of these decisions years ago, but I didn’t give myself that freedom. Maybe even as much as I let my kids live their own lives, I use their lives as an excuse for why I couldn’t do something.’

Personal Growth and Decisions

She elaborated, ‘And now that’s gone. And so now I have to look at my — I get to look at my calendar, which I did this year, was a real big example of me, myself looking at something that I was supposed to do — you know, without naming names — and 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.’

Reflections on Past Relationships

Recalling her earlier relationships, Michelle previously disclosed in her book titled The Light We Carry, that she experienced cheating and dishonesty in her past. She described a time where she dated ‘men who were less sure of themselves and what they wanted.’ She noted that Barack was ‘direct and clear about what he wanted,’ contrasting his intentions with those of her past partners.

Michelle’s candidness about her experiences and her commitment to self-care resonate with many, especially as she turns a new page in her personal journey.