Overview

• The former president and first lady were photographed leaving The Lowell Hotel restaurant in Midtown Manhattan on May 27 with Michelle smiling as she led Barack toward a waiting SUV.
• This marks their first public dine-out together since an April date night in Washington and a rendezvous in April, offering a visible counterpoint to recent solo appearances.
• Speculation over their marriage intensified earlier this year when Michelle Obama skipped several high-profile events while pursuing personal commitments.
• Michelle addressed divorce rumors on her April podcast episode, attributing her limited public engagements to personal autonomy rather than marital discord.
• Barack’s January birthday tribute to Michelle and coordinated joint appearances have been part of their efforts to reassure supporters about the strength of their relationship.