Michelle Obama - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 17, 1964 |
|---|---|
| Age | 61 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | First Lady of the United States (2009–2017), advocate for education and healthy living, bestselling author of 'Becoming' |
Intro
Michelle Obama is an American attorney, author, and former First Lady of the United States, widely known for her work on education, health, and military families as well as her advocacy for healthy eating and education.
Early Life & Background
Michelle LaVaughn Robinson was born on January 17, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up in the South Side of Chicago in a working-class family and excelled academically, later attending Princeton University and Harvard Law School.
Career Highlights
- First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017
- Authored the memoir 'Becoming', which sold over 10 million copies worldwide
- Launched the 'Let’s Move!' initiative to combat childhood obesity
- Advocated for education through the 'Reach Higher' initiative
- Worked as an associate at Sidley Austin law firm and as vice president of community and external affairs at the University of Chicago Medical Center
Trivia
- She is the first African American First Lady of the United States.
- Her brother, Craig Robinson, is a former basketball player and coach.
- She has received a Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album for her audiobook recording of 'Becoming'.
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On Her Birth-Day
About January 17th, 1964, in brief:
- Historical events: Nelson Mandela, a prominent anti-apartheid activist and leader of the African National Congress, was imprisoned on Robben Island, marking the beginning of a 27-year incarceration that would become a pivotal moment in the struggle against racial segregation in South Africa. His imprisonment would ultimately transform him into a global symbol of resistance and reconciliation.
- Day of the week: January 17th, 1964 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- #1 US song: There! I've Said It Again by Bobby Vinton
- #1 UK song: Glad All Over by Dave Clark Five
- Popular movie: Omicron directed by Ugo Gregoretti
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