Michelle Obama opens up about lesson her late mother taught her

29 Jun 2025 • 5:59 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Michelle Obama has revealed the powerful words her dying mother said to her during an appearance on NPR's Wild Card podcast.
  • Her mother, Marian Robinson, who passed away in May 2024 at age 86, told her, "Wow, this went fast."
  • Ms Obama was surprised by this comment, as she previously believed her mother was prepared for death.
  • She said it led her to realise that even when “ready”, one is never truly prepared for a good life to end, inspiring her to live purposefully.
  • Watch the video in full above.

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