America’s First Lady Michelle Obama broke royal protocol during a reception at Buckingham Palace when she placed her arm around the Queen. This never happened in last 57 years and no one could believe their eyes. I think when it comes to the first lady lady of America rules become flexible!
But rather than take offence, Her Majesty took the unusual step of returning the gesture by putting her arm round Mrs Obama’s waist – almost as if to confirm the special relationship the politicians are so keen to play up.
The extraordinary scenes took place yesterday as Barack Obama made his first visit to Britain as U.S. President.
An eyewitness said: ‘There was a bit of a bottleneck as all of the leaders filed out so the Queen started chatting to Michelle Obama. She appeared to look up at her and make a comment about how tall she was. ‘As she did, she put her arm around Mrs Obama and rested her gloved hand on the small of her back.’
Almost simultaneously, Mrs Obama put her arm around the Queen’s shoulders rather more firmly. ‘The pair then looked at their feet and appeared to be discussing their shoes.
‘The Queen then dropped her arm and, a few seconds later, Michelle did the same. The entire exchange lasted around eight to ten seconds but was absolutely extraordinary.’
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