Jennifer Aniston has finally addressed the rumors that have been circulating about her supposed romantic involvement with former U.S. President Barack Obama.
These whispers of an affair between the Friends star and Obama emerged amid gossip about his marriage to Michelle Obama.
The Obamas’ relationship was called into question after Michelle was noticeably absent from events like Jimmy Carter’s funeral and Donald Trump’s inauguration, which Barack attended on his own.
As discussions about their relationship resurface, Jennifer Aniston’s recent interview has captured the public’s interest.
Appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Aniston was confronted with a tabloid circulating the affair rumors.
Not only did she dismiss these rumors, but she also shared personal stories from her past, including the anxiety and “inner trauma” she felt when pressured as a child to perform belly dancing at family gatherings.
Referring to her Greek roots, she elaborated: “I have inner trauma from having to perform and belly dance in front of my Greek aunts and uncles and grandmothers.”
Regarding the Obama rumor, she jestingly shook her finger at the absurdity of tabloid fabrications.
Aniston commented: “Of all the calls you get from your publicist where you’re just like, ‘Oh no, what’s it gonna be?’ or you get an email saying some cheesy tabloid is gonna make up a story – and then it’s that…”
She acknowledged the humorous side of it all, stating she wasn’t upset but made it clear that the story was ‘completely false.’
Clarifying her connection with the Obamas, Aniston mentioned: “I’ve met [Barack] once. I know Michelle more than him.”
When Kimmel lightheartedly asked if there was any truth to rumors about her and Michelle, Aniston smilingly declared: “That is not true.”
Currently, Aniston is not romantically involved with anyone and hasn’t been linked to anyone over the past five years.
At the same time, the Obamas have maintained a strong marriage for 33 years and are proud parents to two grown daughters.
Earlier this year, amid divorce rumors, Barack shared a sweet birthday tribute to Michelle.
“Happy birthday to the love of my life, @MichelleObama,” he posted, accompanied by a photo of the couple enjoying dinner hand in hand. “You fill every room with warmth, wisdom, humor, and grace – and you look good doing it. I’m so lucky to be able to take on life’s adventures with you. Love you.”
Michelle responded by reposting his message and adding: “Love you, honey!”
