Where was Michelle? Why wasn't Michelle Obama at Jimmy Carter's funeral?
Jimmy Carter's funeral was Thursday, Jan. 9, and notably had all five living presidents in attendance along with their spouses, except former President Barack Obama's wife.
Obama and President-elect Donald Trump were seen chatting for several minutes prior to the start of the funeral. However, Obama's seat was supposed to be his wife's, according to Politico.
Why wasn't Michelle Obama at Jimmy Carter's funeral?
She wasn't in attendance because she had a schedule conflict and was in Hawaii during the funeral, CNN said on Thursday.
The reason for this, according to reports from CNN, indicates that she was in Hawaii on an “extended vacation.”
Was Michelle Obama at Rosalynn Carter's funeral?
Yes, every living first lady, including Dr. Jill Biden, Melania Trump, Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Laura Bush, attended Rosalynn Carter's funeral in 2023.
Was Michelle Obama at George H.W. Bush funeral?
Yes, every living former president and first lady attended the funeral for Georgia H.W. Bush in 2018.
Was Michelle Obama at Barbara Bush's funeral?
Yes, also in 2018, she attended Barbara Bush's funeral.
When was Michelle Obama the First Lady?
Married to the 44th president of the United States, she was the First Lady from 2009 to 2017.
How old is Michelle Obama?
She is 60 years-old, born on Jan. 17, 1964, in Chicago, IL.
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