'Now this is #RelationshipGoals': Barack and Michelle Obama's romantic photo in the October issue of Essence has the internet swooning
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle have been featured on the cover of the October issue of Essence magazine
The special collector's issue includes a romantic photo of the couple that has garnered praise from fans
The issue's cover story includes Obama's most notable moments during his eight-year term as president
The Obamas also talk about the legacy they hope to leave behind following the president's eight-year term
This month, the first lady has also graced the cover of InStyle's October issue
By Dailymail.com Reporter
Published: 23:07 EST, 9 September 2016 | Updated: 06:58 EST, 10 September 2016
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle have graced the cover of the October issue of Essence, which includes a romantic photos of the couple that has social media swooning.
As the Obamas prepare for their final months in the White House, they have been featured in the special collector's issue, that hit stands on Friday, in which they open up about their legacy.
On the cover, the couple is pictured standing close to one another, flashing big smiles, as the first lady gently rests her hand on the president's chest.
But the stunning cover photo has been upstaged by a sweet snap inside the issue, showing the couple holding hands as they lovingly stare into one another's eyes.
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