One of the many moments of affection between Michelle and Barack Obama. (Mark Wilson/Getty Images)
Barack and Michelle Obama have officially been married for 25 years Tuesday, Oct. 3 and there have been many some sweet moments along the way. From loving caresses and swoon-worthy dances, we’ve been lucky to glimpse it all over the past nine years. Although the two are no longer the first couple, there certainly will be much more aww-inducing moments to come.
In celebration of the former president and first lady’s union, enjoy their most affectionate moments below!
The Easter Bunny got to witness the affection of the former first couple first-hand! (Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
Who can resist this snap of Michelle and Barack looking adoringly at one another during their 2008 first dance? (Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images)
The couple’s 2013 first dance included a warm embrace from Michelle to Barack as Jennifer Hudson sang, “Let’s Stay Together.” (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
After winning his second term, Michelle embraces Barack in a celebration of victory. (Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images)
A story of the their budding romance — the plaque in Chicago’s Hyde Park says it all! (Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Michelle shared this wedding pic on their 25th anniversary calling Barack her “best friend and the most extraordinary man I know.” (@MichelleObama/Twitter)
Even on their way out of the White House, Barack still made time to share some affection with his first lady, Michelle. (Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images)
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