There are rumors that former First Lady Michelle Obama and former President Barack Obama are lacing their boots to go through a divorce.
Their divorce is expected to go viral because the couple have a combined worth of over $70 million and no prenuptial agreement in place.
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Since the Obamas never signed a prenuptial agreement, their possible split might be expensive. Together, they have developed an empire.
The estimated net worth of the former first couple was an astounding $70 million as of last year. Compared to the $800,000 they had accumulated before taking office in 2009, this is a significant increase.
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The base salary for Barack Obama throughout his eight years as president was $400,000. Additionally, since leaving the White House, he has been receiving a presidential pension of more than $207,000 year. But the real money came when they were out of office.
The Obamas started their podcasts, landed a rumored $60 million deal for their autobiographies, started an entertainment firm to create content for Netflix, and started paying up to $400,000 apiece for speaking appearances.
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At an estimated $20 million, the pair also owns a sizable real estate portfolio. The lack of a prenuptial agreement may cause issues in the case of a divorce, even despite these financial achievements.
It has been said that their separation, which is becoming more and more imminent, may become a shady money grab. This implies that there may be a substantial financial conflict between the two parties in any breakup.
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Concerns over the Obamas’ marriage’s durability have been mounting for years, but recent events have brought up fresh issues. “Barack and Michelle are both prepared to move on,” a person close to the couple disclosed. She has given up so much for him over the years, and now she is prioritizing herself.
According to a different story, “They’re already living apart and separated.” Divorce will occur later and in private. Their admission of failure is quite disheartening.
The conjecture around their relationship has been heightened by recent occurrences. Michelle was conspicuously absent from the burial services for former President Jimmy Carter earlier this month. According to sources, she decided to prolong her Hawaii vacation rather than go home for the event.
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Barack had to attend President Trump’s inauguration alone, surrounded by other dignitaries and couples because Michelle was not present.
Even if their marriage’s future is still up in the air, the Obamas’ split might rank among the most well-publicized divorces in recent memory. The world will be watching, and there are significant financial stakes.
