The internet has been going mad with Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama’s divorce theories in the past few weeks. Everyone has a hard time believing that the 32-year bond, loved and admired by millions in the world, is coming to an end! The former President’s affair rumors with Jennifer Aniston and his consistent solo appearances at major public events have only done the work of adding fuel to the fire.
Now, separation theory has gained some new information to speculate about. And what is that? Barack Obama made a solo appearance at an NBA game on Wednesday, yet again WITHOUT Michelle Obama! The 63-year-old was spotted courtside at the much-anticipated fixture between the Los Angeles Clippers and Detroit Pistons.
Well, fans would be indeed hoping to see him with his wife. Nothing like that happened; Obama sat alongside Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and his wife, Connie Snyder.
Of course, the most loved living President of America received a roaring welcome from the 18,000 fans at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. At the same time, Michelle’s absence did not go unnoticed. Many were left wondering why the former First Lady was missing from the event and whether the whispers of a crack in their marriage were actually true!
Living his best life. President Barack Obama gets huge ovation at NBA game in Los Angeles last night. pic.twitter.com/iNtCxNXZub
— Mike Sington (@MikeSington) March 6, 2025
The rumors have been sky-high in the past few weeks, but yes, Michelle did play her part in pausing the discussions that were going on. She honored Hadiya Pendleton, a 15-year-old majorette and star student who performed at Barack Obama’s second inauguration before being tragically killed in 2013. They announced their plan to open a memorial garden in her honor.
In the post, Michelle referred to her husband as “Barack and I” before later calling him “my husband” in an affectionate tone. She followed this up with a romantic Valentine’s Day tribute, where she shared a selfie with Barack and wrote, “If there’s one person I can always count on, it’s you, @BarackObama. You’re my rock. Always have been. Always will be. Happy Valentine’s Day, honey!”
Obama didn’t hold back either to reciprocate the public display of affection with his own post, where he wrote, “Thirty-two years together and you still take my breath away. Happy Valentine’s Day, @MichelleObama!”However, the fans were still not convinced that there is zero trouble in paradise especially after he was seen having dinner with their daughters, Malia and Sasha without Michelle.
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The constant discussions did not seem to bother Obama and he appeared to be in good spirits at the game. He even received a custom Clippers jersey with “Obama” and the number “44” printed on the back.
According to some people, his solo outings are nothing but an attempt to take a break from the severe scrutiny that has been going on regarding his marriage. Even regarding his affair with Aniston, there has been no solid proof. Rather, The former Friends star was quick to shut down the speculation where she called the claims “absolutely untrue.” She also clarified that she had only met Obama once and that she actually knows Michelle better than him.
The recent advancement in their divorce theory was when the hosts of the pop culture podcast “Who? Weekly” stirred the pot by claiming the Obamas were “living separate lives.”
Nothing is confirmed yet. And we sincerely hope the beloved former first couple don’t call it quits. It’s a matter of time to find out what’s really next!
