• Barack Obama jokingly addressed divorce rumors on Michelle Obama's podcast.
• Michelle emphasized her unwavering commitment to their marriage.
• Public speculation intensified due to their separate public appearances.
• Craig Robinson highlighted the couple's closeness during the podcast.
• Both Obamas used humor to cope with speculation about their relationship.

Barack and Michelle Obama recently tackled persistent divorce rumors during an episode of her podcast “IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson,” where Barack humorously remarked, “She took me back! It was touch and go for a while,” bringing a light-hearted approach to the speculation surrounding their marriage. Michelle echoed this sentiment, joking about how when they are apart, “folks think we're divorced,” underscoring the public's curiosity about their relationship dynamics, according to HuffPost, India Times, and The Hill.

The couple's candid exchange marked Barack Obama's first public comments regarding the ongoing rumors. Michelle took this opportunity to reaffirm her commitment to him, stating, “There hasn’t been one moment in our marriage where I thought about quitting my man,” despite recognizing that they have faced challenges together. Her affectionate words reflect the strong bond that has characterized their marriage since 1992, according to CBS News, HuffPost, and India Times.

The ongoing speculation intensified following occasions where Barack Obama attended events alone, leading to the public assuming marital discord. Michelle Obama addressed these assumptions in prior discussions, explaining that her absence was purely personal choice and not indicative of issues in their marriage, stating, “When Barack and I say something, right or wrong, it does get covered,” highlighting the pressures of public scrutiny, according to The Hill and CBS News.