We're not ready to say goodbye...
It’s hard to believe that eight years have passed since President Barack Obama was first voted into office, and with a new President of the United States about to be ushered into office, we’re still not sure if we’re ready to let go just yet - such is the Obama legacy.
On January 20th 2009, Barack Obama officially became the 44th US president and the first ever African-American to hold office - a feat previously only sung about by Kanye West. His time in office hasn't been without its detractors, but his accomplishments have included stabilising the economy in the wake of the 2008 financial crash, pushing to make healthcare affordable, the legalisation of same-sex marriage and hustling his fellow international leaders to tackle climate change.
But it must be said that, politics aside, the Obama family also brought a major dose of cool to the White House. With Barack's flair for comedy, mic drops and Twitter banter he so often masked the heavy burden of holding high office with wit and style, bolstered by his happy relationship with his wife Michelle, as well as their two daughters Malia, 18, and Sasha, 15.
In the last few years the First Lady's popularity has nearly threatened to eclipse her husband's, leading some to hope that those powerful campaign speeches on Hillary's behalf are a hint at Michelle's plans to run for President of the United States herself. With two Ivy League degrees and her focused campaigns for the rights of women and children, Michelle is widely regarded as perfectly qualified for the job. Though at present she might just be glad to be escaping the endless schedule and press goldfish bowl of the White House.
To celebrate the Obamas' time in the White House, we've put together 20 pictures which we feel encapsulate the appeal of America's coolest First Family.
POTUS and FLOTUS at the Washington Commander In-Chief Ball, January 2013
Major couple goals right here.
The President meets Prince George, April 2016
Serious style points awarded for the future King's gingham pyjamas and monogramed dressing gown.
The President and First Lady greet 106-Year-Old Virginia McLaurin at The White House, February 2016.
Celebrating African-American History Month.
Michelle Obama and Jimmy Fallon perform the Evolution of Mom Dance II, April 2015.
She's got serious dancing skills.
Justin Trudeau and Barack Obama at the APEC Summit in the Philippines, November 2015
The dream team.
Barack and Michelle Obama walk down Pennsylvania Avenue during the Inaugural Parade, January 2009
Outfits on point.
Barack Obama greets a little girl, September 2014
The President meets with wounded warriors and their families during a tour of the White House.
Barack and Queen B, November 2013
Who run the world?
The President hands out Halloween treats at The White House, October 2016
'POTUS!' The president plays trick or treat with local children and children of military families.
Barack and Malia Obama at The White House Independence Day party, July 2016
The President sings Happy Birthday to his eldest daughter, with Kendrick Lamar on backing vocals.
Barack and Michelle at the Capital Area Food Bank, November 2013
The First Family distribute food to the needy.
Barack, Michelle, Malia and Sasha Obama, December 2014
The Obamas make an appearence at TNT's Christmas In Washington event.
The President and Queen Elizabeth II, May 2011
POTUS and HRH could not look happier to be hanging out ahead of a State Banquet.
The President at the annual Easter Egg Roll, April 2013
Barack reads a book to children at The White House, with a little help from his dog Bo.
Barack and Bo, March 2012
Just one man and his dog.
The Obamas host a Girl Scout campout at The White House, June 2015
We didn't get this at Brownies.
The President and First Lady in Singapore, August 2016
Barack gives the thumbs up to his wife as they wait to greet Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.
The President visits The Community Children's Center in Kansas, January 2015
One of the nation's oldest Head Start providers.
Michelle Obama takes Carpool Karaoke, July 2016
Doesn't get much better than a FLOTUS, James Corden and Missy Elliot collab.
Obama's Legacy
Obama's Legacy