Michelle Obama’s mother, Marian Robinson, has passed away at the age of 86, as stated by a message from the family shared with NBC News.
In the statement, the family expressed their sadness, mentioning they are unsure how they will carry on without her.
The message was signed by Michelle and Barack Obama, Craig Robinson and his wife Kelly, and Marian Robinson’s grandchildren: Avery, Leslie, Malia, Sasha, Austin, and Aaron.
Marian Robinson gained recognition as the first grandmother of the United States when her son-in-law, Barack Obama, became President in 2008. While he served for eight years, she was often seen in the White House, although she preferred to stay out of the spotlight. She attended various events like holidays, some trips abroad, and concerts in the East Room. However, most of the time, she spent with her granddaughters, Sasha and Malia.