The speculation hit overdrive earlier this year when Michelle was noticeably absent from key public events – including President Donald Trump’s second inauguration and the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter – prompting fans and pundits to wonder what was happening behind the scenes.

Therapy

Adding more fuel to the fire, the 61-year-old author revealed in early May that she’s returned to therapy, citing the emotional weight of change after spending eight high-pressure years in the White House.

“At this phase of my life, I’m in therapy right now because I’m transitioning,” Michelle told Jay Shetty during an appearance on his On Purpose podcast. “I’ve finished a really hard thing in my life with