Michelle Obama

• 21 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...

• 22 '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...

• 23 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...

• 24 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...

• 25 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...

• 26 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...

• 27 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...

• 28 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...

• 29 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...

• 30 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...

• 31 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,...

• 32 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...

• 33 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...

• 34 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...

• 35 '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...

• 36 Bright smiles as Michelle Obama meets the father of the Rainbow Nation in Africa
  At 92 years old, he is frail now and rarely receives visitors. But living legend Nelson Mandela made a special effort to see an inspirational woman who has made history in her own right. The father...

• 37 'I knew he was a special person': Michelle Obama on first meeting Barack
  'I knew he was a special person': Michelle Obama on first meeting Barack

• 38 Inspirational trip to Oxford for city schoolgirls as disarming Michelle dispenses advice
  The setting was the grand dining hall of one of Briatin's most prestigious and historical universities, lined for the occasion with scores of reporters, photographers and obligatory secret service...

• 39 Michelle reminds Britain why she's the first lady of cool
  Since Michelle Obama captured the public imagination during her husband's presidential campaign, other powerful personalities - such as Lady Gaga and the Duchess of Cambridge - have come along. Yet,...

• 40 Tongs at the ready: Barack Obama and David Cameron bond over the barbecue
  It's an image that epitomises the strength of relations between the US and the UK. Tongs in hand, Barack Obama and David Cameron manned a grill together at a barbecue held in honour of...