Michelle Obama has been the source of rumors lately. There has been speculation since the end of President Obama’s term in 2017 that she might run for President herself. The couple, who recently celebrated their 33rd anniversary, despite divorce rumors.
The former First Lady showed off a shockingly skinny look at 61, sparking more rumors and concerns. Keep reading to find out more about what’s going on and see the stunning photos.
Former First Lady Addresses Presidential Run
Michelle Obama had the honor of being America’s First Lady for her husband’s two terms in office from 2009 until 2017. The country watched the couple’s two daughters, Sasha and Malia, grow into beautiful young women. President Obama obviously can’t run again, but many people in the Democratic Party have suggested that Michelle Obama run for office.
It wouldn’t be the first time a First Lady tried to upgrade to the Presidency. Hillary Clinton ran for President twice. The first time, in 2008, she lost the Democratic nomination to up-and-coming politician Barack Obama. The wife of President Bill Clinton ran again in 2016, losing to Donald Trump in the general election.
The Obamas still live in the Washington, D.C. area. During a recent appearance at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Michelle Obama shut the speculation about a Presidential run down for good. She said that the country isn’t ready for a female President.
Michelle Obama Shocks With Super Skinny New Look At 61
The former First Lady has faced accusations of being a man from haters. Social media is full of unfounded speculation that Michelle Obama is trans. She’s never addressed the rumors, but quietly shut them down with a stunning new photo shoot.
She teamed up with famed photographer Annie Leibovitz to be photographed for a new edition of Women. The photographer released the first edition in 1999, featuring Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Gloria Steinem, among others. The former First Lady took to Instagram to share a look at the stunning photographs.
The incomparable Michelle Obama photographed by Annie Leibovitz. 🖤📸
Styled by Meredith Koop.
Makeup by Carl Ray.
Braids by Njeri Radway. pic.twitter.com/3NARlzYnN5— LEGENDARY LADE! 🇳🇬 (@LegendaryLade) November 21, 2025
“Annie Leibovitz has always known that a photo can do more than preserve a moment — it can say something. Her book Women did exactly that, expanding how we see women and the lives they lead through her lens. It was an honor to be photographed by Annie for the new edition, capturing the many ways women are showing up today,” Michelle Obama wrote in the caption.
Fans Concerned
Michelle Obama turns 62 in January. Despite her age, she showed flawless skin, toned arms, and an overall super slim figure. The photos showed her in a way that many had never seen her before.
🇺🇸 | Michelle Obama’s jeans photoshoot that social media is comparing to Sydney Sweeney’s much-criticized campaign. pic.twitter.com/NhlSqKHN78
— ʜᴇʀQʟᴇs ᴇɴɢ (@Herqles_eng) November 22, 2025
While the images were stunning, some fans expressed concern for the former First Lady’s health, especially amid an Ozempic crisis sweeping the country. One fan asked on social media, “Am I the only one who thinks Michelle Obama looks like she has Ozempic-face?”
Another speculated, “Do any of you have any idea how Michelle Obama suddenly lost all this weight at 61, which is also a difficult age for a woman to slim down?”
But a source told Radar Online that there was another reason for the drastic weight loss. “Michelle is sporting a ‘revenge body’ – showing Barack what he’s missing, and showing the world she is ready to move on and date again,” the insider claimed. Tell us in the comments what you think about her stunningly skinny figure.
Jennifer Havener grew up in a small town in Upstate New York. She earned her B.A in Writing & Literature from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. She always knew watching reality TV shows and soap operas, particularly ‘Days of Our Lives’, would come in handy someday. When she’s not writing, she’s playing with her dogs, Lola and Ruger