Hunter Biden Says Father’s Cancer Spread – Family Confronts New Health Crisis

Hunter Biden says father’s cancer spread

In a stark interview with the BBC, Hunter Biden disclosed that his 83‑year‑old father’s malignancy has metastasized to bone, describing the condition as “very painful and debilitating.” He spoke on Newsnight, emphasizing the emotional toll on the family. President Joe Biden first revealed his diagnosis in May 2025, after earlier skin‑cancer surgery and prostate‑cancer radiation. The White House has withheld specifics beyond bone involvement.

Family’s public health narrative

Jill Biden told Reuters that cancer will be a lifelong companion for her husband, noting daily challenges. Hunter added that his father’s stamina remains intact, noting a recent keynote at the Maryland Democratic Gala.

“He’s still doing his thing,” Hunter said, reinforcing his dad’s commitment to public service.

The revelation follows a turbulent 2024, when Hunter faced felony convictions for a firearm offense and admitted to ↓ 1.4 million in unpaid taxes. President Biden later issued a full pardon, a move condemned across the aisle. Critics argue the act jeopardized constitutional norms, a point Hunter himself acknowledged. Medical outlook remains cautious; doctors label the prostate cancer as Gleason ↓ 9 (Grade Group 5) but hormone‑sensitive, allowing management. Jill Biden explained that routine screening for men over 70 is rare, which contributed to the late discovery. The Biden family’s cancer saga dates back to the loss of son Beau in 2015, fueling the Biden Cancer Initiative and the broader Cancer Moonshot. As the former president steps back from office, the family vows to keep battling both disease and political fallout. AP News continues to track developments.