Barack And Michelle Obama End The Year As Most Admired Man, Woman

on February 12, 2018 in Washington, DC.
WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 12: Former U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama participate in the unveiling of their official portraits during a ceremony at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Galler... WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 12: Former U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama participate in the unveiling of their official portraits during a ceremony at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery, on February 12, 2018 in Washington, DC. The portraits were commissioned by the Gallery, for Kehinde Wiley to create President Obama's portrait, and Amy Sherald that of Michelle Obama. (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) MORE LESS
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Michelle and Barack Obama clinched the top slots as America’s most admired woman and man, according to a Gallup poll released Thursday Gallup.

Michelle edged out Hillary Clinton for the win, while Barack won the distinction for the 11th consecutive year.

As to the current first couple, first lady Melania Trump came in fourth on the women’s side, behind Oprah Winfrey and Clinton, and President Donald Trump finished in second on the men’s side.

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