Michelle Obama served as First Lady between 2009 and 2017

For 8 years, Michelle Obama lived in the White House, abiding by the roster of responsibilities that made up her role as First Lady.

However, only recently has the best-selling author shed light on the often harsh realities of the high-profile political position, one of which she said affected her ability to express herself using her hair.

As we all know Michelle served as First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017, after her Democrat leader husband Barack was elected to the presidential position twice in succession.

The 61-year-old made history at the time, becoming the first first African-American woman to serve in the role.

During her terms, Michelle made many notable contributions, especially in the fields of health and nutrition, having launched the ‘Let’s Move’ initiative to combat childhood obesity and the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act to improve nutrition in schools.