2. 1st Black President! Facts About Obama United Church of Christ Religion Attorney Politician Profession Columbia University Harvard Law School Alma mater Kenwood, Chicago, Illinois Residence Malia Ann (b. 1998) Sasha (b. 2001) Children Michelle Obama (m. 1992) Spouse Democratic Party Political party Barack Hussein Obama II Birth name August 4, 1961 ) (age 47) Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A. Born