Michelle and Barack Obama have hit back at wild rumors over their relationship with an intimate photo of them holding hands. The former president posted the picture with a gushing message on Instagram to celebrate his wife’s 61st birthday on Friday.

Michelle Obama was very active during the 2024 presidential campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris. In her speech at the Democratic National Convention in August, Obama warned Democrats about what was at stake in the election and urged them to " do something " to stop Donald Trump from winning a second term.

Despite speculation caused by Barack’s recent solo appearances and Michelle’s inauguration absence, Barack and Michelle are not headed for a divorce, as the former President made clear in a Jan. 17 tribute to his wife for her birthday.

Speculation surrounding the relationship of former US President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, has gained traction after claims by a body language expert suggested signs of strain between the couple.

The former president also shared a sweet photo of the couple holding hands at what appeared to be her birthday celebration dinner at Aubergine Carmel.

With neither president revealing what the pair spoke about, speculation has mounted about the details of their conversation.

Michelle Obama skips Trump’s inauguration, gets a belated birthday tribute from Barack, sparking rumors of a divorce.

Trump and Obama laughing together may have shocked viewers and funeralgoers amid their tense relationship for over a decade.

Barack Obama shared a sweet birthday tribute to Michelle Obama after it was confirmed she will miss the inauguration of President-Elect Donald Trump.

Barack Obama shared a heartfelt birthday message for Michelle amid divorce rumours, calling her 'the love of my life'. The post featured a photo of them dining together. Speculation about a rift arose after Michelle missed recent public events,

Barack Obama's post comes amid rumours about the couple’s divorce following reports of Michelle Obama skipping the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump on January 20.