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Michelle Obama: Marriage is Hard Work Amid Rumors

10/2/2025

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Michelle Obama says on her podcast that marriage requires work and that "it's hard."
The couple has faced divorce rumors after Michelle Obama skipped significant events this year and they have sought couples therapy.
Critics such as Tucker Carlson have suggested the comments indicate dissatisfaction; the Obamas deny divorce rumors as their 33rd anniversary approaches on October 3.

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Michelle Obama says on her podcast that marriage requires work and that "it's hard."
The couple has faced divorce rumors after Michelle Obama skipped significant events this year and they have sought couples therapy.
Critics such as Tucker Carlson have suggested the comments indicate dissatisfaction; the Obamas deny divorce rumors as their 33rd anniversary approaches on October 3.