The former First Lady opens up about confidence, aging gracefully, and life beyond the White House.

Embracing a New Chapter

October 28, 2025: At 61, Michelle Obama says she’s never felt more alive, confident, or at peace. Nearly a decade after leaving the White House, she reflects on living life on her own terms. “Every decision I make is for me,” she shared, emphasizing how age and experience have given her a newfound sense of freedom and joy.

Style and Self-Expression

Michelle also discussed her upcoming book, The Look, co-written with her longtime stylist Meredith Koop. The book explores how fashion played a quiet but powerful role during her White House years. Back then, she carefully balanced her image to ensure that her work — not her wardrobe — stayed in focus. Now, she embraces style as a form of empowerment and authenticity.

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Life Lessons from the White House

Reflecting on her First Lady years, Michelle acknowledged the immense scrutiny she faced as the first Black First Lady. The pressures and expectations, she said, were unlike anything she could have imagined — but they helped her grow stronger, more resilient, and more intentional in her work and family life.

Living Fully in Her 60s

Now, with her daughters grown and her schedule her own, Michelle enjoys a life centered around health, love, and happiness. From tennis sessions to date nights with Barack Obama, she’s savoring every moment. She proudly wears her braids as a celebration of culture and self-expression, embracing her 60s as a time of vibrance and strength.