Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 19, 2025 · Entertainment

Why Michelle Obama Refuses to be Called 'Mrs. Obama' Amid Divorce Rumors

Former First Lady Michelle Obama made it clear she doesn't like being referred to as 'Mrs. Obama' amid ongoing rumors that her marriage to Barack Obama is in turmoil

Michelle Obama Spills the Tea: Why She Hates Being Called 'Mrs. Obama'

TheScholarlyNote.com has the scoop on former First Lady Michelle Obama's most candid interview yet, where she opens up about her marriage to Barack Obama and why she's had enough of being referred to as "Mrs. Obama".

In a juicy podcast episode with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang's Las Culturistas, Michelle, 61, let it all hang out about her reservations towards her surname. And trust us, this is one conversation you won't want to miss!

Michelle, 61, appeared on Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang¿s Las Culturistas podcast Wednesday with her brother Craig Robinson, where she shared her reservations about her surname

The drama started when Matt Rogers revealed that before the cameras rolled, Michelle asked him not to call her "Mrs. Obama" after he referred to her as such earlier in their chat. Michelle's response was nothing short of hilarious: "We cannot have a real conversation if you're saying 'Mrs. Obama', that's too many syllables!"

But what's behind this sudden aversion to her nickname? According to Michelle, it's all about breaking down barriers and forming genuine connections with people. She confessed that she's constantly trying to appear less intimidating and wants to be seen as just "Michelle" - no titles necessary!

"I was trying to do that when I was first lady because I just think... I am not that position. I am Michelle," she explained, adding that she's okay with kids calling her "Mrs." because they're still learning, but adults? That's a different story.

'We cannot have a real conversation if you're saying,

The mom-of-two revealed that she'd love nothing more than to drop the formalities and have real conversations without the weight of her title holding her back. And who knows, maybe this newfound honesty will be contagious!

But what about those ongoing rumors about her marriage to Barack Obama? Well, let's just say Michelle is putting them firmly in their place. In a previous podcast episode with The Diary of a CEO, she dismissed speculation about marital issues head-on: "If I were having problems with my husband, everybody would know about it."

And if you're wondering what the Obamas' relationship is really like behind closed doors, Michelle gave us a glimpse into her family life. She praised Barack as a "tremendous father" who made sure to leave his presidential duties at the door when spending time with their daughters.

The former first lady said people calling her Mrs. Obama 'changes the dynamic.' She and Barack are seen with daughters Malia and Sasha

So there you have it - Michelle Obama's take on marriage, titles, and what makes her tick. And if you're still wondering about those pesky rumors surrounding the Obamas' relationship, let's just say we're not buying into them!

Stay tuned for more juicy updates from TheScholarlyNote.com!

The Obamas have been married for over 30 years but have faced ongoing rumors about their marriage status over the last several months