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Marian Robinson, former first lady Michelle Obama's mother, has died. She was 86 years old. Robinson became well-known during the Obama administration after she moved from her home in Chicago into the White House.Mrs. Obama said in a statement,"My mom Marian Robinson was my rock, always there for whatever I needed. She was the same steady backstop for our entire family, and we are heartbroken to share she passed away today.
Obama said Robinson was one of seven children in her family growing up in Chicago's South Side. She studied to become a teacher and worked as a secretary during her career life. She met Fraser Robinson and they raised their children Craig, and Michelle the former first lady.
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