Ex-First Lady Michelle Obama has finally responded to rumours of marital troubles with her husband Barack. After claims of a former White House divorce began to spiral, the 61-year-old stepped in to quell speculation during an appearance on actress Sophia Bush's "Work in Progress" podcast.

Michelle Obama has spoken out against rumours that her marriage to Barack Obama might be in trouble. The former first lady has not accompanied her husband to several high-profile events - including Donald Trump's inauguration and the funeral of former president Jimmy Carter - fuelling speculation that they might have become separated.

In a podcast interview with Sophia Bush, the former first lady spoke about her decisions not to attend Jimmy Carter’s funeral or Trump’s inauguration.