See Photos of Barack and Michelle Obama Through the Years as the Couple Celebrates Their 33rd Wedding Anniversary Andrea Wurzburger, Stephanie SengweOctober 3, 2025 at 7:00 AM 0 Michelle Obama/Instagram Barack and Michelle Obama's wedding photo Barack and Michelle Obama are celebrating 33 years of m...
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Andrea Wurzburger, Stephanie SengweOctober 3, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Barack and Michelle Obama are celebrating 33 years of marriage!
Together, the former president and first lady have shared several milestones, including the arrivals of their daughters, Malia, now 26, and Sasha, now 23.
On the pair's 31st anniversary in 2023, the former president posted a tribute to his wife, calling her "brilliant, kind, funny and beautiful." Meanwhile, Michelle wrote, "I love going through life with you by my side."
Here, look back on the couple's photos together throughout the years as they mark their 33rd anniversary on Oct. 3, 2025.
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Early Days
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The former POTUS and FLOTUS first met in 1989, while they worked together at a Chicago-based law firm. Michelle, who was also a Harvard Law alumna, was assigned to be his mentor.
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First Date
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Michelle Obama (then Michelle Robinson) initially didn't want to date Barack because they were co-workers. Michelle told ABC News that after Barack asked her out, she thought, "no way. This is completely tacky." She eventually agreed to a date when the future president offered to quit his job.
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Power Couple
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Their first date consisted of a long walk, the Chicago Art Institute and ice cream. Obama said in a 20th anniversary video. "I offered to buy her ice cream. And then bought her some chocolate ice cream. And I think that is what put her over the top. That's where she said, 'This guy knows how to treat a woman.' That was our first kiss!"
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Saying 'I Do'
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After getting engaged in 1991, the pair wed in Chicago on Oct. 3, 1992.
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Forever Kind of Love
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Michelle wrote of her husband and their wedding day on Instagram, "You can't tell it from this photo, but Barack woke up on our wedding day in October, 1992 with a nasty head cold. Somehow, by the time I met him at the altar, it had miraculously disappeared and we ended up dancing almost all night. Twenty five years later, we're still having fun, while also doing the hard work to build our partnership and support each other as individuals. I can't imagine going on this wild ride with anybody else."
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Finishing Touches
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In 2004, Michelle fixed her husband's tie before he gave a keynote address in Chicago.
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True Love's Kiss
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According to Michelle, "Barack didn't pledge riches, only a life that would be interesting. On that promise he delivered."
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She's Got His Back
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In 2008, when he was still just a presidential hopeful, Michelle hugged her husband on the campaign trail.
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Say Cheese!
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They were all smiles on the campaign trail during the election cycle.
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Team Players
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The couple fist bumped in 2008 at a campaign rally after Barack became the official nominee for the Democratic Party.
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The First Couple
Chip Somodevilla/Getty From left: Michelle and Barack Obama dance during the inaugural ball on Jan. 20, 2009.
The pair had their first dance as president and first lady when Barack Obama was inaugurated in 2009.
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He Only Has Eyes for Her
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The Obamas had to take a service elevator after one of their 2009 inaugural balls.
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Roll Out
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The pair rolled into their next eight years in style.
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P.D.A.: Presidential Display of Affection
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In 2009, Barack hugged his wife while in the Red Room of the White House — which is also where they gave their last interview to PEOPLE as POTUS and FLOTUS in 2016.
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Taking a Spin
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The pair shared matching smiles as they danced together at their second Inaugural Ball in 2013.
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Lots of Laughs
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Barack told Marie Claire in 2008 about his wife's best qualities. "Anybody who knows her well knows she's got the best sense of humor of anyone you'd ever want to meet," he said of Michelle. "She's the most quintessentially American person I know ... She's just a wonderfully normal, levelheaded person. Any American woman who meets her would immediately identify her as a fellow traveler."
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Chin Up
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A suited Barack beamed at Michelle's moment of PDA.
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The Look of Love
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In their best black tie attire, the couple arrived at Winfield House during their two-day state visit to the United Kingdom on the invitation of Queen Elizabeth.
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Hype Man
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As the president of the United States, Barack knew that his wife was always the star. "There's no doubt I'm a better man having spent time with Michelle," he told Vogue in 2013, "I would never say that Michelle's a better woman, but I will say she's a little more patient."
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Saying Goodbye
Barack gave his wife a kiss as they left the White House in January 2017.
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Gushing Over His Wife
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"Michelle never asked to be first lady," Barack told Vogue in 2016. "Like a lot of political spouses, the role was thrust upon her. But I always knew she'd be incredible at it, and put her own unique stamp on the job. That's because who you see is who she is — the brilliant, funny, generous woman who, for whatever reason, agreed to marry me. I think people gravitate to her because they see themselves in her — a dedicated mom, a good friend, and someone who's not afraid to poke a little fun at herself from time to time."
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Partnered for Life
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Michelle said of her husband on their 28th anniversary, "I love @BarackObama for his smile, his character, and his compassion. So grateful to have him as a partner through everything life throws at us.
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Rock Solid
Courtesy Obama Family From left: Michelle and Barack Obama in Joshua Tree National Park after leaving the White House
After leaving the White House, the pair went on a vacation to Joshua Tree, and "pushed" around this big boulder. In 2011, he told Oprah Winfrey, "Obviously I couldn't have done anything that I've done without Michelle. Not only has she been a great first lady, she is just my rock. I count on her in so many ways every single day."
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Taking a Breather
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Since leaving the White House, the pair have enjoyed their downtime. Mrs. Obama "has been more relaxed and more joyful since we left office," her husband told PEOPLE. "That allowed us to just enjoy the deep love that comes with a marriage this long. But also to be friends again."
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Her Boo
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In 2022, Michelle shared a photo of the pair ringing in the new year together. "Happy New Year from me and my boo! 🎉🥳" she wrote. "Wishing you all a year filled with happiness, love, and good health."
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Still the One
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Barack and Michelle Obama in 2022
Barack looked super proud of himself as Michelle laughed at a joke during the ceremony to unveil their official White House portraits in 2022.
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A Little Cheeky
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At the African-American Film Festival premiere of Netflix's Descendant, Barack gave Michelle a smooch on the cheek.
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Eye to Eye
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The Obamas attended a match at the U.S. Open in 2023.
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A Sweet Moment
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Barack Obama arrives onstage after his wife and former First Lady Michelle Obama
The pair had a happy moment together while at the Democratic National Convention in Aug. 2024, shortly before her powerful speech.
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My Funny Valentine
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For Valentine's Day in 2025, Barack posted a rare selfie with his wife on Instagram, writing to her, "Thirty-two years together and you still take my breath away."
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