Valentine’s Day: Celebrities share the love on social media

Barack Obama has endured his fair share of emotional times, but nothing could have prepared him for how he would feel when his daughter Sasha was delivered a heartwrenching health diagnosis as a baby. The politician and his wife, Michelle, are proud parents to Malia, 24, and Sasha, 21, who are now grown up, happy and healthy.However, when Sasha was only three months old, Barack and Michelle's world began to unravel as she was diagnosed with meningitis. WATCH: Michelle Obama opens up about life without Malia and Sasha at home While on the campaign trail in 2012, Barack opened up about the diagnosis and said: "People ask me what was the hardest time in my life — they ask, well what about during the debt ceiling debate and this and that and the other thing."Sasha got meningitis when she was three months old. I still remember going to the hospital together and they had to give her a spinal tap."TRENDING NOW: The Rookie's Nathan Fillion's secret struggle with ongoing condition revealedREAD: Exclusive: Today's Hoda Kotb shares lifestyle change she never saw coming The father-of-two added: "The doctors did a terrific job, but, frankly, it was the nurses that were there with us when she had to get a spinal tap, and all sorts of things that were just bringing me to tears." Sasha got meningitis when she was three months old The agonizing time will be forever etched on Michelle's mind too as she explained during an interview with Rev.

Vanessa Feltz’s ex Ben Ofoedu has reached out to his former fiancé in a post to celebrate her 61st birthday. It comes days after This Morning agony aunt Vanessa revealed that she’d split from Ben following a 16-year relationship. It was later revealed that the Phats and Small singer had cheated and 'sexted fans', with Vanessa subsequently spending Valentine’s Day with her family.

Gayle King, co-host of “CBS Mornings” and editor-at-large of Oprah Daily, received the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism from Arizona State University on Tuesday at a ceremony in Phoenix. Since 1984, the honor has been reserved for accomplished journalists who have demonstrated exemplary leadership skills. The award is named after the late Walter Cronkite, who anchored CBS Evening News for nearly two decades. Previous recipients include Al Roker, Anderson Cooper, Bob Woodward and more. “Gayle King’s career and accomplishments are remarkable, and her professionalism embodies everything that Walter Cronkite valued in journalism,” said Battinto L. Batts Jr, dean of ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. “Her approach to covering important events and interviewing politicians, leaders and celebrities is unparalleled. It’s an honor to present Gayle with this prestigious award.” 

World Cup in Qatar, Cristiano Ronaldo announced his departure from Manchester United. While it was common knowledge that the Portuguese star player had some differences with the club’s managers, fans did not imagine it would end like this.

Former President Jimmy Carter has decided to receive home hospice care, deciding to spend his remaining time with his family “instead of additional medical intervention,” the Carter Center announced on Saturday.

The Graham Norton Show returns to screens tonight (February 17) with yet another array of A-list celebs. BBC’s flagship talk show sees the Irish presenter welcome stars of film, TV, music, and beyond.

Irina Shayk was spotted while taking a stroll with her daughter Lea De Seine in New York City on Thursday afternoon.The 37-year-old model cut a fashionable figure as she held the hand of her child, aged five, as they walked along the Big Apple's rain-soaked streets. The fashion industry personality, who recently attended a New York Fashion Week event, shares her daughter with her former partner, Bradley Cooper.Shayk wore an all-black outfit that included an oversized hoodie worn underneath a leather button-up jacket.The runway regular also donned a pair of loose-fitting slacks and leather shoes. Doting mom: Irina Shayk was spotted while taking a stroll with her daughter Lea De Seine in New York City on Thursday afternoon The social media personality accessorized with a stylish pair of wraparound sunglasses and carried a small red backpack.A slight portion of her gorgeous brunette locks fell out from underneath her hood and rested on her upper chest.Shayk and Cooper, 48, welcomed Lea into their lives in March of 2017. Before she began seeing the actor, the supermodel was romantically linked to Cristiano Ronaldo, from whom she separated in 2015.The model quickly moved on and began dating the A Star Is Born director that same year.The former couple went on to start a family with Lea's birth in 2017 and remained together for two more years before they separated.Shayk and Cooper remained on friendly terms following their split and they currently co-parent their daughter. The pair have sparked reconciliation rumors in the recent past, as they have been spotted in each other's company during various public outings.

Countdown star Carol Voderman just took to Instagram to share her most recent trip to Jordan with her 311K followers.The 62 year old jetted off with her son, Cameron and what appears to be other family members and friends, as he got ready to celebrate his 26th birthday. The presenter captioned the video: “My Cam’s birthday in Jordan” before sharing her thoughts on the country, including how generous and kind the people are. “Jordan is a wonderful country with kind and spirited people,” she continued.

Joe Biden‘s tweet this past weekend about the Super Bowl was WAAAAAAAAY more popular than a similar one from Elon Musk, and the tech bro won’t let it go!

Cristiano Ronaldo.Messi appeared to settle the GOAT debate after his World Cup heroics for Argentina, but some fans have reignited the argument by claiming the title belongs to Ronaldo following his four-goal haul for Al Nassr last week. And now, Messi's jeweller, Matthew Jones, has given his vote to the diminutive ex-Barcelona forward ahead of Ronaldo.Speaking to GQ about his relationship with Messi, how it developed and where the attacker ranks on the talent spectrum, British native Jones said: “He saw what we did and messaged us on Instagram, and we've made several custom pieces for him.ALSO READ: World's richest footballer is worth 15 times more than Ronaldo even after Saudi deal"You know, it's always a complete honour to meet the GOAT.

Who doesn’t love romance? Naomi Watts, Emily Ratajkowski and Hugh Jackman are among the many stars who celebrated Valentine’s Day this year.

Michelle Obama and Barack Obama are feeling it! The two celebrated one another with special tributes on Instagram.Though private, since the couple officially left the White House in January of 2017, they have been able to be more open and candid with their fans, which is reflected in the sweet photos they posted in honor of the romantic holiday.The former first lady first took to Instagram early in the February morning to wish her husband a very happy Valentine's day, and they look so happy in the photo, fans even claimed they looked like teenagers in love.WATCH: Michelle Obama describes how her husband's political career disrupted their holiday plansMORE: Kelly Ripa wows in skin-tight green wetsuit in honor of Philadelphia Eagles for Super BowlThe sweet snapshot sees the two seemingly in the middle of a hike, though they stopped to sit down by a tree for a cozied up photo.Appearing far more casual than fans were previously privy to during the Obama administration, the two look casual in work-out gear, and Michelle is glowing with her make-up free look.MORE: Was Rihanna's son at Super Bowl 2023? Her family life revealed"Happy Valentine's Day, @BarackObama!" she wrote in the caption, adding: "I couldn't have asked for a better partner to navigate life with."A post shared by Michelle Obama (@michelleobama)The two cozied up for a mid-hike photo"Love you!" she also wrote, before revealing that Amos Jackson III, a political consultant for the Democratic National Committee who worked as Vice President Kamala Harris' Deputy Political Director during Joe Biden's campaign, took the photo.MORE: Travis and Jason Kelce's sad family history revealed ahead of Super BowlMORE: Goldie Hawn looks tiny alongside supertall grandson for

Gisele Bündchen has worn her heart on her sleeve this Valentine's Day. It marked the first Valentine’s Day since Gisele split from Tom Brady after 13 years of marriage and two children.Love was in the air all over the world and Gisele was in the mood to celebrate love.

Gal Gadot and her husband Jaron Varsano may have to spend this Valentine's Day apart, but love is still in the air for the couple.In fact, the actress maintained that spending the holiday away from each other makes it all the more special and easier to appreciate their loving relationship.Still, Jason made sure his wife was feeling all of the love on the romantic February day, and the star gave a glimpse into their relationship, plus his gift to her.WATCH: Gal Gadot stars in Death on the NileMORE: Kelly Ripa wows in skin-tight green wetsuit in honor of Philadelphia Eagles for Super BowlGal took to Instagram to share with fans how her husband of fifteen years was making her feel loved, sharing a photo of the massive bouquet of red roses she received from him.In a photo holding the stunning arrangement, she appears make-up free and truly glowing, smiling ear to ear, overjoyed over her husband's sweet gesture.MORE: Was Rihanna's son at Super Bowl 2023? Her family life revealedShe also included a throwback, black and white photo of the two, which captures them at a restaurant, intently looking at each other with wide grins on their faces. Another shot sees her holding a letter from Jaron close to her heart, revealing her red nails perfect for the occasion.A post shared by Gal Gadot (@gal_gadot)The star's husband definitely knows the way to her heart"This year we're spending Valentine's Day apart which in a funny way makes me appreciate everything we have even more," she wrote in her caption.MORE: Travis and Jason Kelce's sad family history revealed ahead of Super BowlMORE: Goldie Hawn looks tiny alongside supertall grandson for family reunionShe continued: "I love you @jaronvarsano.

Carol Vorderman has sent a happy Valentine's Day message to her five "special friends" after admitting she was dating multiple men.The 62-year-old shared the message on her Instagram Stories, wishing "all her friends" a "wonderful" day.She wrote: "Happy Valentine's to all my friends including the 'special' ones.READ MORE: Love Island's Davide and Ekin-Su 'banned' each other from watching ITV show"To every kind person on this planet and to all singletons who don't feel they need just one person to 'complete' them, have a wonderful day. Love is love."Carol's candid message comes after she admitted to dating multiple men after her divorce from ex-husband Patrick King, who she married in 2000 and has two children with.Speaking on This Morning, she told presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield that the five men "know about each other" and everyone is "on the same page"."They do know about each other now," she admitted.

Galentine’s Day is officially here.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s mom Dolores Aveiro has people talking. The 68-year-old mom visited her go-to salon in Madeira, Portugal, where her hairdresser Max gave her a slaying look.