Hunter Biden recently provided a candid update on his father, former President Joe Biden's, health, confirming that his prostate cancer has spread to his bones and is causing significant pain and debilitation. The diagnosis of an aggressive form of prostate cancer with metastasis to the bone was first announced in May 2025, less than four months after Biden left office. Hunter described his father's condition as "very painful and it's very debilitating," and "really sad to watch," wishing his father would complain more about his suffering.
Despite the severe nature of his illness, which was initially diagnosed with a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5), the most severe category, Joe Biden continues to engage in public life. Hunter Biden emphasized that his father, whom he called "the rock" of their family, is still "out there, speaking publicly about the issues that are important to him." While he has done few media appearances since leaving office, he has participated in some public events and delivered keynote speeches, motivated by his belief in the country.
Hunter Biden also revealed that the cancer was discovered after a routine physical exam and had already reached stage four prostate cancer and stage four metastatic bone cancer, a detail not previously known publicly. He described the news as a shock, similar to former First Lady Jill Biden's reaction. Despite the grave prognosis, Hunter noted that while the cancer can be treated, it is not curable, but his father's bones are strong, and he is otherwise in good health.
