For months, there's been buzz about a potential divorce between Barack and Michelle Obama. Speculation reached new heights after Barack was seen without his wife at Donald Trump’s inauguration. Now, former President Barack Obama has made a surprising revelation about his marital life with Michelle Obama.
Barack Obama admitted that his two Presidential terms took a toll on their relationship. During a conversation with Hamilton College’s President Steven Tepper, Barack, now 63, mentioned the deep disagreements he had with his wife. He humorously noted that he sometimes tried to entertain himself out of that chasm.
Rumors Persist for Several Months
Rumors of a divorce between Barack and Michelle Obama have been circulating for months. These rumors intensified when Barack attended former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral alone and was also seen without his wife at Donald Trump’s inauguration in January.
At Hamilton College, Obama accepted that the demands and pressures of his presidency profoundly impacted his marriage. He expressed gratitude towards Michelle, acknowledging he is still "deeply in debt" to her for her support. Barack Obama stated that he is trying to climb out of the deep chasm that formed between him and Michelle during his presidency.
There was a time when I didn't have enough time for her. He also shared how the eight years spent in the White House presented tremendous challenges to their private lives. Obama praised Michelle, highlighting how her tolerance and forgiving nature kept their bond strong.
Michelle Posted This Selfie on February 14
However, the couple attempted to quell rumors by posting a selfie together on Valentine’s Day. Speculations about their relationship also included whispers of Obama’s alleged affair with actress Jennifer Aniston, though no solid evidence supports these claims.
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Revelations During Hamilton College Interview
In an interview at Hamilton College, President Steven Tepper asked 63-year-old Obama about his post-White House life, prompting Obama to speak about his marital tribulations. The former U.S. President revealed he is currently working on the second part of his memoirs. The first part of Obama’s memoir 'A Promised Land' was published in November 2020.
Obama Acknowledged Tension in Relationship
He later discussed the stress in his marriage with Michelle. Obama shared that he was under deep stress with his wife, sometimes resorting to humor to diffuse the pressure.
Tolerating Her Husband Was Difficult for 10 Years: Michelle
Obama met Michelle at a law firm where they both worked in the 1980s and eventually wed in 1992. In the past, Michelle has also spoken openly about their marital struggles. Michelle Obama acknowledged in her books and interviews that their marriage went through ups and downs. In 2022, she mentioned she couldn’t tolerate Barack for a decade, especially when their daughters Malia and Sasha were young and the parenting burden was uneven.
An Astrologer Predicted Trouble in Their Relationship
Earlier this year, famous astrologer Amy Tripp shared in an interview with India Today that the Obamas might face a tough time ahead. Tripp, known for accurately predicting Trump’s presidential victory, mentioned that she studied their astrological charts, indicating signs of separation. She hinted that significant changes could happen for them in July or August this year.
