Tumors surrounding the status of Barack and Michelle Obama’s marriage are intensifying, with fresh reports indicating that the former president and first lady may be quietly preparing to divide their impressive $70 million fortune.
RadarOnline claims that the couple has already engaged legal teams and mediators to handle the delicate task of sorting out their financial matters, well ahead of any public statement. If these reports prove accurate, it would set a groundbreaking precedent—no U.S. president and first lady have ever gone through a divorce following their time in the White House.
Tensions in Paradise?
Once hailed as the ultimate political power couple, the Obamas have long been admired for their unity. However, insiders now suggest that their relationship has been under strain for quite some time. Allegedly, the tension between Barack and Michelle reached a breaking point after the 2024 presidential election. Sources claim that Barack pushed Michelle to step into a more prominent role within the Democratic Party following Joe Biden’s exit from the race.
However, Michelle reportedly resisted the idea, choosing instead to focus on her Hollywood endeavors through Higher Ground Productions. This decision, insiders say, caused a significant rift between the couple.
“They had already been leading somewhat separate lives,” one source revealed. “But when Michelle declined to run, and Barack had to support Kamala Harris instead, it was a huge disappointment for him—especially after Harris lost.”
Though the couple still shares public displays of affection, such as Barack’s touching birthday message to Michelle in January, sources suggest their marriage has increasingly become more of a professional partnership than a personal one.
Splitting a Multi-Million Dollar Fortune
If divorce is indeed on the horizon, dividing the Obamas’ considerable wealth will be a complex undertaking. The couple owns an array of high-end properties, including stunning homes in Washington, D.C., Chicago, and Martha’s Vineyard. On top of that, their stock investments are said to be worth more than $25 million. Navigating the distribution of these assets will undoubtedly be a monumental task.
