Michelle Obama, former first lady of the United States, recalled a frustrating fashion moment during husband Barack Obama's presidency on a recent episode of her podcast. Newsweek reached out to Michelle Obama's representative via email for comment on Monday.

Rumors of conflict between the couple have intensified since January 2025, when Barack, 64, attended the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter and the second inauguration of President Donald Trump without his 61-year-old spouse, who was reportedly enjoying an extended solo trip in Hawaii.

"Barack Obama's playful shutdown of a flirty fan at a campaign rally in Newark proves why Michelle is still the only one for him. Charm

"You’re connected to your roots, and your roots are the relationships in your past,” Barack Obama advised Chesky.

Barack Obama is celebrating Democratic wins earlier this week and saying they are a sign that American voters are rejecting the Trump agenda.

"Michelle Obama reveals the story behind the iconic Balenciaga boots that captivated not just her, but also Barack Obama. Find out why

Former U.S. President Barack Obama has congratulated the Democrats after a dominant night in which they pulled off election victories in New York, New Jersey and Virginia.

Former President Barack Obama on Thursday celebrated Democrats’ sweeping victory in Tuesday’s election, but stressed that there’s more work for the party to do.