Former President Barack Obama arrived at the U.S. Capitol on Monday for President-elect Trump’s inauguration ceremony without former First Lady Michelle Obama.

Barack Obama shared a sweet birthday tribute to Michelle Obama after it was confirmed she will miss the inauguration of President-Elect Donald Trump.

From exchanging candy to friendly belly taps, see some of the most memorable moments caught on camera between the former presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush, and their wives Michelle Obama and Laura Bush.

Many were quick to notice Michelle Obama's absence on Inauguration Day, but the former first lady had a message to share on social media as questions over why didn't attend swirl.

Former first lady Michelle Obama is skipping Donald Trump's inauguration. She also did not attend Jimmy Carter's funeral last week.

The former president also shared a sweet photo of the couple holding hands at what appeared to be her birthday celebration dinner at Aubergine Carmel.

She doesn't have to say anything. Her absence speaks volumes." The office of Barack and Michelle Obama confirmed in a statement the former First Lady won't be in attendance at the inauguration.

Meghan McCain has shared her insights on the divorce rumours surrounding Michelle and Barack Obama, which have been fuelled by the former First Lady's recent no shows

Megyn Kelly is here for the Barack and Michelle Obama drama. During the Thursday, January 23, episode of "The Megyn Kelly Show," the famed journalist shared her thoughts on rampant rumors about the former president and first lady potentially experiencing trouble in paradise after Michelle skipped out on Donald Trump's inauguration earlier this

"I have been hearing this rumor that the Obamas are getting a divorce by reputable people. I'm not talking about TMZ. I'm not talking about Perez Hilton... I'm talking about like very serious journalists telling me that they're hearing that the Obama divorce rumors are true,

Speculation surrounds Barack and Michelle Obama's marriage as she skips major events, leading to rumours of possible infidelity with Jennifer Aniston.