COUPLESBarack Obama Pays Tribute To Wife Michelle On Her 59th Birthday: 'You Make Every Day Brighter'
Happy birthday, Michelle Obama!
The former First Lady of the United States turned 59 years old on Tuesday, January 17, and her husband, Barack Obama, made sure she felt extremely special.
“Happy birthday, @MichelleObama. You make every day brighter — and somehow keep looking better!” the 44th President wrote on Instagram alongside an adorable snap of the duo cuddled up and watching the sunset.
Barack's wife of 30 years clearly felt the love from her man, replying back with a red heart and kiss emojis via the comments section.
Michelle wrote a message of her own to her fans, expressing her gratitude for the heartfelt well wishes. "Thank you all for the birthday love," she said. "I say this a lot, and I mean it — I love you back, and I am so grateful for you supporting me during every step of my journey. ❤️."
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The political power couple never shy away from sharing loved up moments and taking time to gush about their family — which includes daughters Malia Obama, 24, and Sasha Obama, 21 — as over the holidays, Michelle posted a sweet picture of the former Senator giving her a smooch on the cheek under the mistletoe.
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"From our family to yours, wishing you all a wonderful Christmas filled with happiness, light, and joy! 🎄," the New York Times bestselling author told her 52.4 million followers. "As we get ready to wrap up this year and look to the next, let’s remember to reflect on our blessings and channel them into giving back and being kind to those around us."
The pair celebrated a huge milestone in October 2022, ringing in three decades of wedded bliss after tying the knot in 1992. "After 30 years, I'm not sure why you look exactly the same and I don't. I do know that I won the lottery that day — that I couldn't have asked for a better life partner. Happy anniversary, sweetheart!" Barack penned in his post.
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Michelle sent love right back to her life partner. "Happy anniversary to the man I love! These last 30 years have been an adventure, and I’m grateful to have you by my side," she wrote in her own update. "Here’s to a lifetime together. I love you, @BarackObama! ❤️😘."
