Marian Shields Robinson is the mother of Michelle Obama. She passed away at the age of 86. Michelle Obama and other family members shared the news in a statement. She remembered her as a unique and extraordinary individual. Marian Robinson wikipedia Mrs. Robinson was a widow. She lived in Chicago for a long time. She moved to the White House in 2009 to assist in caring for her granddaughters. She was initially hesitant to start a new chapter in Washington. She eventually agreed with the help of her son, Craig. Her son understood her desire to stay in Chicago, but he still used a familiar argument on her. He encouraged her to view the move as an opportunity for growth and new experiences. Eventually, she agreed to move, at least temporarily. Malia and Sasha were 10 and 7 when they moved into the White House in 2009. In Chicago, Mrs. Robinson had been like a second mother to them during the 2008 campaign. She left her job at the bank to help take care of them. At the White House, Mrs. Robinson was a comforting presence for the girls as their parents adjusted to their new roles. She didn’t have Secret Service protection, so she could take them to school without drawing attention. Mrs. Robinson avoided White House press. She kept a low profile. It made her more private than the president and first lady. This allowed her to freely move in and out of the White House. She attends various events, and travels to different places.
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