Michelle and Barack Obama celebrated their daughter Sasha's 23rd birthday on Monday by sharing rare photos and heartfelt messages on Instagram. Michelle posted a photo of herself and Sasha hugging on what appears to be a rooftop balcony, with Sasha in a multicolored dress and Michelle in black. “Happy birthday, Sasha! You make me so incredibly proud,” she wrote.
Barack shared a throwback photo of Sasha as a child, leaning on his lap. “Happy birthday, Sasha! It’s been such a joy to watch you make your own way in the world… and you’re just getting started!” he captioned.
Sasha, who graduated from the University of Southern California last May, and her sister Malia, who is 25, were 7 and 10 years old respectively when their family entered the White House. Michelle spoke about her daughters in a 2022 "Good Morning America" interview, noting their resilience growing up in the public eye and describing them as "good, decent, normal young women."
In her book "The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times," Michelle also offered updates on their post-White House life and their daughters' dating experiences, commenting on their vibrant social lives.