Marian Robinson, the mother of former First Lady Michelle Obama, has passed away. Known for her role as the “first grandma,” Robinson moved to the White House after Barack Obama won the presidential election. Initially hesitant to relocate to Washington, she was convinced by her son, Craig Robinson, to join the family.
In a statement, the family expressed their gratitude:
“With a gentle push, she agreed to move to the White House with Michelle and Barack. We needed her. The girls needed her. And she ended up being our rock through it all.”
The joint statement from the Obama and Robinson families highlighted Marian Robinson’s belief in the potential of every child, often remarking that there are many Michelles and Craigs in the world. They acknowledged, however, that there will only be one Marian Robinson.
Barack Obama echoed these sentiments in a heartfelt tweet about his mother-in-law. He reminisced about the night before the presidential results were announced, recalling how she sat with him, holding his hands, providing comfort and support as he made history as the nation’s first African-American president.
The families cherished the memory of her unwavering support and love, which left an indelible mark on their lives.
