Michelle and Barack Obama recently celebrated a significant milestone in their family, as their youngest daughter, Sasha, turned 23. The proud parents took to Instagram to share rare and touching photos of Sasha, accompanied by heartfelt messages.
Michelle Obama posted a beautiful photo of herself and Sasha sharing a warm embrace on what appears to be a rooftop balcony. In the photo, Sasha is seen wearing a vibrant multicolored dress paired with matching rainbow pumps, while Michelle looks elegant in a black dress. “Happy birthday, Sasha! You make me so incredibly proud,” Michelle wrote in the caption. “Hope this year brings you everything you want and more. Love you. 💕.”
Barack Obama also joined in the celebration by sharing a nostalgic throwback photo of Sasha as a young child. In the image, a young Sasha is seen leaning on her father’s lap while they sit on the grass. “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!” Barack captioned the post.
Sasha, who graduated from the University of Southern California last May, has been making strides in her own right. The youngest Obama daughter has been living in Los Angeles, where she shares an apartment with her older sister, Malia. The two sisters have remained close, a bond that was strengthened during their years growing up in the White House.
Michelle and Barack have always been vocal about their pride in their daughters. During an interview with “Good Morning America” in 2022, Michelle described Sasha and Malia as “grown women” who have navigated their unique upbringing with grace. “They’re doing great. Proud of them. They survived eight years growing up in one of the harshest spotlights there is,” Michelle said. “And they are good, decent, normal young women who are trying to be impactful in the world, and they are the best of friends. Couldn’t ask for anything else.”
In her book “The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times,” Michelle shared insights into her family’s life post-White House, including how she and Barack are handling their daughters’ dating lives. “Socially speaking, Sasha and Malia are in that slightly wild, slightly ragtag flea-market stage of life, where new friends are exciting treasures that can be found almost anywhere,” Michelle wrote.
Despite their extraordinary upbringing, the Obama sisters have managed to stay grounded, thanks in part to their late grandmother, Marian Robinson, who played a significant role in their lives. Marian, who passed away recently, was a constant presence during Barack’s presidency, often seen accompanying the family at public events and aboard Air Force One.
Michelle’s recent Instagram post was particularly poignant, given the recent loss of her mother. Yet, she found joy in celebrating Sasha’s birthday, a testament to the strength and resilience of the Obama family. “Happy birthday, Sasha! You make me so incredibly proud,” Michelle wrote. “Hope this year brings you everything you want and more. Love you.”
Barack’s throwback photo of Sasha also highlighted the deep bond between father and daughter. “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 wrote, capturing the essence of a father’s pride and love.
Sasha’s journey has been one of growth and achievement. After graduating from Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C., in 2019, she initially attended the University of Michigan before transferring to USC. Her academic accomplishments and personal growth have been a source of pride for her parents.
Malia, who graduated from Harvard in 2021, has also been making her mark in the world. She has worked as a staff writer on the Amazon Prime Video series “Swarm” and has written and directed a short film called “The Heart.” The sisters’ achievements are a testament to the values instilled in them by their parents.
Michelle and Barack have always emphasized the importance of character and intelligence over external validation. In a 2016 interview, Barack spoke about the example Michelle set for their daughters. “Michelle … is such a great example,” he said. “How she carries herself, her self-esteem, not depending on boys to validate how you look or not letting yourself be judged by anything other than your character and intelligence.”
As Sasha celebrates her 23rd birthday, the world gets a glimpse of the love and pride that Michelle and Barack Obama have for their daughters. The rare photos and heartfelt messages shared by the former first couple are a reminder of the strong family bonds that have helped Sasha and Malia navigate their unique lives with grace and resilience.
