- Age: 59 (Born January 17, 1964)
- Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Profession: Former First Lady of the United States, Lawyer, Author, Public Speaker
- Height: 5’11” (180 cm)
- Eye Color: Brown
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- School: Whitney M. Young Magnet High School
- Education: Princeton University (B.A.), Harvard Law School (J.D.)
- Full Name: Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama
- Nationality: American
Awards:
Michelle Obama has received numerous awards and honors, including honorary degrees from several universities, the Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album (2020), and being named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People multiple times.
Net Worth:
As of 2023, Michelle Obama’s net worth is estimated to be around $70 million (shared with her husband, Barack Obama).
Career:
Overview
Michelle Obama began her career as a lawyer at the law firm Sidley Austin, where she met her future husband, Barack Obama. She later worked in various roles in the public and private sectors, including positions at the University of Chicago and the University of Chicago Medical Center. As First Lady from 2009 to 2017, Michelle focused on initiatives promoting healthy lifestyles, education, and military families. She has since become a best-selling author, public speaker, and advocate for various social issues.
Milestones and Achievements
- Worked as an associate at the law firm Sidley Austin, where she met Barack Obama.
- Served as First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017.
- Launched the “Let’s Move!” campaign to combat childhood obesity.
- Advocated for education initiatives, including “Reach Higher” and “Let Girls Learn.”
- Published the best-selling memoir “Becoming” in 2018, which has sold millions of copies worldwide.
Personal Life:
Relationships
Michelle Obama married Barack Obama, a fellow Harvard Law graduate, in 1992. The couple has two daughters, Malia (born 1998) and Sasha (born 2001).
Family
Michelle Obama was born to Fraser Robinson III, a city water plant employee, and Marian Shields Robinson, a secretary. She has an older brother, Craig Robinson.
Trivia and Lesser-Known Facts:
- Michelle Obama is known for her love of gardening and established the White House Kitchen Garden during her tenure as First Lady.
- She is an advocate for fitness and often shares her workout routines and healthy eating tips.
- Michelle Obama has made multiple appearances on television shows, including “Sesame Street” and “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” to promote her initiatives.
Social Media Links:
- Instagram: @michelleobama
- Twitter: @MichelleObama
- Facebook: Michelle Obama
