Obama on rocky marriage: Candid confessions of a former president
A few days ago, Barack Obama gave an interview in which he provided a glimpse into his marriage of over 30 years. He candidly admitted that his relationship with Michelle has not always been trouble-free. Even when the eyes of the world were upon them, the former presidential couple faced a significant crisis.
More than 8 years ago, Barack Obama's second and final term as the President of the United States came to an end. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate is now focusing on the initiatives promoted by the Obama Foundation, whose mission is to build an active democratic culture. Despite his political retirement, he actively comments on current political events, often criticising his successor, Donald Trump's administration.
The 63-year-old American was present at Hamilton College in New York the day before yesterday. During the meeting with students, he revealed behind-the-scenes details of his presidency, discussing not only the enormous challenges associated with this highly responsible role. Surprisingly, he also mentioned that the period of his leadership, from 2009 to 2017, marked the time of his greatest marital crisis.
Barack and Michelle Obama overcame a difficult time
The 44th President of the United States has previously emphasised that moving out of the White House positively impacted his relationship with his wife. He appreciated Michelle Obama for her patience and "forgiving" his shortcomings. She, too, has made frank remarks in the media about their relationship, highlighting that "marriage isn’t 50/50 — ever, ever."
Barack Obama, who has recently been rumoured to be having an affair with... Jennifer Aniston, addressed the persistent rumours of divorce and the challenges of balancing work life with private life in his latest conversation. At the same time, he shared his tried-and-true methods for rekindling his relationship with his beloved.
I was in a deep deficit with my wife. So I have been trying to dig myself out of that hole by doing occasionally fun things, he revealed during Thursday's panel discussion.
The former presidential couple will celebrate their 33rd wedding anniversary in October. Together, they have raised two now adult daughters - 27-year-old Malia and Natasha, born 3 years later.
