Amidst swirling rumours about their marriage, Barack Obama paid a heartfelt birthday tribute to Michelle Obama.

It’s one of the most important jobs never applied for. Unelected, yet inextricable from politics; constantly visible on the world stage, but rarely the one behind the microphone — for all its glamour, the first lady of the United States is a role of unsolicited duty, often bringing with it intense public scrutiny, including over what they wear.

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."

The former First Couple made it clear they are still very much in love … or very committed to needlessly lying about their relationship status!

Former President Jimmy Carter's funeral services were held at the National Cathedral, attended by former presidents and dignitaries.

Michelle skipped Jimmy Carter's funeral. Meanwhile, Trump is planning a large victory rally ahead of his inauguration.

With neither president revealing what the pair spoke about, speculation has mounted about the details of their conversation.

Michelle Obama will not attend the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. It comes after Michelle was a no-show at the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter where she was supposed to sit next to Trump.

Former first lady Michelle Obama is set to snub President-elect Donald Trump’s Inauguration next Monday, after missing former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral last week where she

A spokesperson for the Obamas confirmed to PEOPLE that while Michelle plans to skip Trump's swearing-in on Monday, Jan. 20, former President Barack Obama will be in attendance

Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend the inauguration of President-elect Trump on Monday, the second time in two weeks that she will be absent from a significant event.