Jennifer Aniston has spoken out for the first time about persistent rumors linking her romantically to former U.S. President Barack Obama.
Speculation about an alleged affair between the Friends actress and Obama surfaced alongside broader gossip surrounding his marriage to Michelle Obama.
Questions about the Obamas’ relationship grew after Michelle skipped both Jimmy Carter’s funeral and Donald Trump’s inauguration, which Barack attended alone.
As renewed chatter about their marriage circulates, a recent interview with Aniston has drawn public attention.
During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Kimmel presented Aniston with a tabloid magazine featuring claims of the supposed affair.
In addition to denying the rumors, Aniston opened up about her past, recalling how she was pressured to perform belly dancing at family events as a child — an experience she said caused her significant anxiety and “inner trauma.”
Reflecting on her Greek heritage, she explained: “I have inner trauma from having to perform and belly dance in front of my Greek aunts and uncles and grandmothers.”
In response to the Obama story, she humorously wagged her finger and expressed her frustration with fabricated tabloid stories.
Aniston said: “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…”
Despite the absurdity, she admitted: “I was not mad at it,” but emphasized the claim was ‘absolutely untrue.’
Aniston clarified her connection to the Obamas, adding: “I’ve met [Barack] once. I know Michelle more than him.”
When Kimmel jokingly asked if there was ‘a truth about [her] and Michelle,’ she replied with a smile: “That is not true.”
Aniston currently isn’t dating anyone and has not been romantically linked to anyone in the last five years.
Meanwhile, the Obamas have been married for 33 years and share two grown-up daughters
Earlier this year, Barack shared a heartfelt birthday tribute to Michelle amid divorce rumors.
“Happy birthday to the love of my life, @MichelleObama,” he wrote, alongside a photo of the couple holding hands during dinner. “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 reposted the message, adding: “Love you, honey!”
