Michelle Obama

1 A kiss from Michelle as French first lady Valerie Trierweiler adjusts to new role
For more than 20 years, Valerie Trierweiler has been used to breaking stories and putting the focus on prominent figures in her career as a political journalist. But now the tables are...
2 Barack jokes about Becks' underwear line
It started out as a ceremony to congratulate LA Galaxy for winning the US soccer league. But thanks to Barack Obama, the White House reception swiftly turned into a Mickey-taking session at the expense...
3 Barack treats Tinseltown to his presidential punch lines
What do Kim Kardashian, Hillary Clinton and the US Secret Service all have in common – they were all targets of Barack Obama's humour at a White House gala. Taking...
4 Barack Obama goes wild with the first family at the White House
This wasn't the president's usual way of addressing the public. Pulling faces and baring his teeth at the audience, Barack Obama got firmly in character as he gave a reading of Where the Wild Things...
5 Malia Obama 'safe' after powerful earthquake in Mexico
The US President's daughter Malia Obama is "safe and was never in danger", after an earthquake measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale hit Mexico, where she was on a school trip,...
6 Behind the scenes of the lavish White House welcome for David and Samantha
It was the biggest party ever thrown by the Obamas. And Britain's David and Samantha Cameron had access all areas, including the Truman Balcony and the Blue Room, where the Prime Minister signed the guest...
7 'Very pretty' Samantha wins Barack's approval at glittering White House gala
It was her official debut on the world stage, and Samantha Cameron didn't disappoint, wowing with vintage elegance at a White House gala. She also won praise from the US president...
8 Samantha flies the flag for British fashion as Barack say he's 'chuffed' about US visit
Elegant in a colour-block style crepe dress by London-based designer Roksanda Ilincic, and shoes by LK Bennett, David Cameron's wife Samantha was a perfect ambassador for British fashion. The power...
9 Male bonding for David and Barack
It's not known if they were discussing the economic crisis or how to bring about world peace. But, whatever the topic, two of the world's most powerful men seemed to be relishing their hot dogs when...
10 Michelle and Samantha go bold and bright to bolster special relationship
Last year, Samantha Cameron invited Michelle Obama to her ultra-modern kitchen in Downing Street for a cup of tea. So the US first lady was happy to extend her hospitality when...
11 Michelle Obama is on sparkling form at Governors' Dinner
Barack Obama's first lady was on sparkling form at the Governors' Dinner, in an incredible one shoulder, jewelled gown. America's most powerful couple were hosting the glamorous gala in the...
12 Barack follows own advice to 'go big' on Valentine's Day
After reminding US men to spoil their other halves on the most romantic day of the year, Barack Obama followed his own advice. The American president took Michelle out for a fancy dinner at posh Virginia...
13 Michelle O wins Ellen's fitness challenge with 25 press ups
There's no end to Michelle Obama's zest for life. A few weeks after her fun-packed 48th birthday, the US first lady has been getting into the groove and showing off just how...
14 Birthday girl Michelle still game for a laugh at 48
This week, she turned 48 years young, and it seems that Michelle Obama is as fun-loving as ever. Barack Obama's wife was in high spirits as the couple threw open the doors of the...
15 High fives and flip flops: The Obamas' festive trip to Hawaii
Barack Obama took some time out from his festive trip to Hawaii to visit servicemen and their families. And one youngster seemed thrilled by the President's visit as he scrambled up onto a seat to high...
16 White House Beliebers give Justin an enthusiastic welcome
Judging by the warmth of the reception given to pop's biggest teen sensation, the movement of true Beliebers extends to the White House. President Obama's girls Malia, 13, and Sasha,...
17 Santa and Kermit the Frog join the festive fun at the White House
With Santa in their midst, and Kermit the frog perched on the first lady's shoulder, the Obamas sing a rousing rendition of Walking in a Winter Wonderland. The famous muppet provided festive cheer by...
18 First pet Bo presides over Michelle's winter wonderland
America's first dog Bo takes pride of place in the White House's dazzling Christmas decorations. When Michelle Obama unveiled them eagle-eyed observers will have noticed replicas of the first family's little...
19 Behind the scenes with the Obamas: Candid snapshots of a presidential family life
The last few months have been intense and difficult for US President Barack Obama. Although his foreign policies have been a success - he lead the search for Osama Bin Laden and followed closely...
20 'No one wants to hear about Barack's day': Michelle on 'normal' life in the White House
In public, their life is anything but typical. But behind the closed doors of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, things remain surprisingly normal for America's First Family. In a candid interview with iVillage...