Alongside a picture of himself and his wife holding hands across the table (my heart!), the former president wrote, "Happy birthday to the love of my life, @MichelleObama. You fill every room with warmth, wisdom, humor, and grace – and you look good doing it."

Former President Barack Obama posted a photo of his wife, Michelle, to celebrate her birthday amid backlash that the former first lady has been absent at recent political events. Michelle Obama turned 61 on Friday.