Michelle Obama has become an influential figure. See photos of the former First Lady throughout the years here.
There is probably no first lady more influential today than Michelle Obama, 61. The first lady has always been one of her husband former President Barack Obama’s closest confidantes and his loudest cheerleader.
She was at his side during his two terms as commander-in-chief, during which time they were the first African-American family in the White House. Michelle has been married to Barack since 1992. The couple have two daughters, Malia and Sasha.
As first lady, Michelle promoted health among all Americans. She encouraged people to eat healthy foods and be physically active. After her husband’s term ended as president, Michelle penned the memoir Becoming, which was also the basis for the documentary of the same name. Her book The Light We Carry came out in Nov. 2022.
Michelle Obama’s impact is undeniable. To see how far she’s come, scroll through our gallery for the best photos of the former first lady from her young days to now.
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Michelle on Her Wedding to Barack Obama
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Michelle & Barack Obama in 1996
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The Obamas on Election Day in 2004
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Michelle Obama at the United Nations
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Michelle & Barack Obama in Kenya
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The Obamas at the 2006 Legends Ball
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Michelle Obama at a 2009 State Dinner
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Michelle Obama on the Stump
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Michelle Obama on the Campaign Trail
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Michelle Obama at the 2008 Democratic National Convention
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Michelle Obama’s Official Portrait as First Lady
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The Obamas with Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor
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Michelle Obama at the 2009 Inaugural Ball
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The Obama Christmas
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The Obamas Give the Arts Humanities Medal
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The Obamas at the 2017 Obama Summit
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Michelle Obama at Essence Festival 2019
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Michelle Obama in 2019
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Michelle Obama at the When We All Vote Summit
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Michelle Obama at Her White House Portrait Unveiling
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Michelle Obama Votes in 2022
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