MOM IN CHIEF: MICHELLE OBAMA PHOTOS

America's
Mom in Chief

This Mother's Day, join BET.com in celebrating America's first mom, Michelle Obama. The following photos capture intimate moments of the First Lady with her family and in her role as most powerful mom in the world.

 

 

Role Model

Michelle Obama has won hearts all across America. Since the Obamas moved to the White House, the First Lady has championed a number of causes. Yet as first mom and wife, she has shown exceptional dedication to her children and husband; and she’s done it with grace and style and an authenticity that both inspires and instructs.

 

A Cool Mom

As a mom, Michelle Obama has firm rules like a set bed time and no TV on weeknights. But when she and her daughters hang out, they have a good time. The First Lady has been spotted on lunch dates with her daughters in D.C. and at Broadway shows in New York. She also closely keeps up with the details of their social lives and finds time to get involved in their extracurricular activities.

 

Family First

Michelle Obama credits her parents with instilling strong parenting skills and providing a supportive family atmosphere. In this photo, the First Lady’s parents, Fraser and Marian Robinson, hold her and older brother Craig Robinson.

 

 

The Holidays

During vacations and holidays, the first couple spends quality time with daughters Malia and Sasha. Here, America's first family delights in lighting the National Christmas Tree in Washington, D.C.

 

 

 

Cheerleader in Chief

Michelle Obama and husband, President Barack Obama, cheer on daughter Malia in a game at her school, Sidwell Friends. 

 

 

Motherly Bond

Mrs. Obama shares a strong bond with her own mother, Marian Robinson. Here, mother and daughter visit the Smithsonian Museum in D.C. to see the First Lady's inaugural gown.

 

 

Anchor

Michelle Obama is the anchor of her family. She kisses her husband goodbye in the residence office of the White House as she gets ready to see her daughters off to school.

 

Paris Weekend Getaway

Last year, the First Lady and her daughters spent a quiet, relaxing weekend in Paris. They took in the sights, ate out and enjoyed a little French culture.

 

 

In Italy

On an official visit to Italy, Michelle Obama and her daughters spent some time touring Rome. 

 

 

 

In Russia

The First Lady and first daughters enjoy a moment on the world stage. Here they meet Russia's First Lady Svetlana Medvedev. 

 

Snow Day

On a snow day, Michelle Obama enjoys the day off with her daughters, playing in the snow on the White House grounds. 

 

 

America's First Mom

The First Lady is a mentor to girls in Washington, D.C. and warms up to kids everywhere she goes. Here, she takes a minute to greet children visiting the White House. 

 

 

First Mom ...
Around the World

Even to kids around the world, Michelle Obama is a motherly figure. Here, on a trip to Haiti, she high-fives young kids affected by the earthquake that devastated the Caribbean nation.