Former US president Barack Obama’s dog Bo has died after a battle with cancer, the Obamas said on social media. News of Bo’s passing was shared by Mr Obama and his wife Michelle on Instagram, where both expressed sorrow at the passing of a dog the former president described as a “true friend and loyal companion”. Expand Close Barack Obama with Bo at the White House in 2012 (AP) / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp Barack Obama with Bo at the White House in 2012 (AP)Bo, a Portuguese water dog, was a gift to the Obamas from the late Senator Edward M Kennedy, a key supporter of Mr Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign who became close to the family. Bo helped Mr Obama keep a promise to daughters Malia and Sasha that they could get a dog after the election. Both were constant presences around the White House and popular among visitors there, often joining the Obamas for public events.

Source: Irish Independent May 08, 2021 20:37 UTC