Marian Shields Robinson, Mother of Michelle Obama, Dies at 86

May 31, 2024, 10:26 PM

Marian Shields Robinson, the mother of former First Lady Michelle Obama, has passed away at the age of 86. The news was confirmed by the Obama family in a statement. Marian Robinson, a Chicago native, lived in the White House during Barack Obama's presidency to help care for her granddaughters, Sasha and Malia. Michelle Obama described her mother as her 'rock' and praised her for always being there for the family. The family expressed their deep sadness and highlighted the extraordinary gift of her life, vowing to live up to her example.