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Old Clip of Jennifer Aniston resurfaces as Barack Obama affair buzz heats up

Rumors of a romance between former President Barack Obama and actress Jennifer Aniston sparked in 2024 after InTouch magazine published a controversial article titled "The Truth About Jen & Barack." The story fueled speculation of an affair, although neither party has confirmed or addressed the claims publicly.

January 24, 2025 / 18:58 IST
Jennifer and Barack Obama

Jennifer and Barack Obama

Rumours have been swirling about a potential romance between former US President Barack Obama and actress Jennifer Aniston. This speculation started in 2024 after InTouch magazine released a controversial story titled "The Truth About Jen & Barack," which claimed there was an affair between the two.

The rumours gained more attention amid reports suggesting that Barack and his wife Michelle Obama's marriage might be facing difficulties.

Jennifer Aniston addressed these rumours in a TV appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live in October 2024. When she was shown a magazine cover linking her to Barack Obama, she laughed it off, calling it "a made-up story by a cheesy tabloid."

Aniston clarified that she had only met Obama once, back in 2007, at a Hollywood gala. She also mentioned that she knew Michelle Obama better than she knew Barack, firmly denying any claims of an affair.

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Despite her clear denial, the rumour mill has not stopped. The speculation about Aniston and Obama has continued, partly due to recent reports claiming there is trouble in Barack and Michelle Obama's marriage.

According to RadarOnline, the couple’s marriage is under strain, and for the first time, they are reportedly facing serious issues that they are struggling to keep private. The gossip suggests that the attention surrounding the alleged affair with Aniston is unwanted and has caused tension in the Obama household, with Michelle feeling let down.
Rumours about the Obama marriage have been around for years, with public scrutiny beginning during their time in the White House.

Recently, speculation flared up again when Michelle Obama was notably absent from her husband's side at the state funeral of former President Jimmy Carter. This absence, along with her decision to skip Donald Trump’s inauguration, led some to wonder if there might be issues in their marriage. However, insiders have said Michelle’s absence at these events was more about personal principles rather than any marital problems.

Despite these ongoing rumours, Barack Obama recently posted on Instagram to wish Michelle a happy birthday, sharing a photo of the two of them toasting with wine and describing her as the “love of my life.” This public gesture seemed to counter the ongoing gossip about their relationship.

As of now, there is no concrete evidence to suggest that Jennifer Aniston and Barack Obama were ever romantically involved, or that there is any truth to the reports about their supposed affair. The speculations appear to be fueled by tabloid stories, social media discussions, and public commentary rather than verified facts. The Obamas themselves have not publicly addressed these rumours, which has allowed the speculation to continue.

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first published: Jan 24, 2025 06:58 pm

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