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83-year-old Biden behaves erratically! Suddenly crashes wife's book event asking this question, super awkward performance

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former U.S. President Joe Biden unexpectedly interrupted his wife Jill Biden's book signing event in New York.
  • He repeatedly asked her who she loved most in the world, causing an awkward moment.
  • The incident occurred during a book talk at the 92nd Street Y, where Jill Biden was promoting her new book.

Former U.S. President Joe Biden made an unexpected appearance at his wife Jill Biden's book signing event, causing an awkward scene. The incident occurred on June 2nd at the 92nd Street Y cultural center in Manhattan, where the former First Lady was promoting her new book.

I have a question.

— Joe BidenInterrupting his wife's book event to ask a personal question.

During the event, as host Whoopi Goldberg read a message of appreciation for Biden's contributions to the country, Jill Biden stood up to lead applause for her husband. It was at this point that Biden, who was in the audience, left his seat and walked to the edge of the stage. Without a microphone, he abruptly asked his wife, "I have a question."

Jill Biden responded with surprise, asking if he could wait. However, Biden proceeded to ask, "Who is the person you love most in this world?" To the amusement of the audience, Jill Biden answered, "Whoopi." This response clearly did not satisfy the former president, who stood on stage with a blank expression, seemingly displeased.

Who is the person you love most in this world?

— Joe BidenHis unexpected question to his wife during her book event.

Jill Biden attempted to smooth over the situation, assuring him, "I love you the most, Joe. Is that okay?" She humorously questioned if that was the answer he wanted. Biden then muttered, "This is overwhelming, isn't it?" Jill tried to lighten the mood further, suggesting it was his way of keeping her on her toes. As the event began to wind down, Biden, still on stage, gestured to the audience and announced, "My book... my book will be published in September, remember to watch." Jill playfully remarked, "Do I need to remind him that today is my event?"

Whoopi.

— Jill BidenHer initial, humorous answer to her husband's question.

The article notes that Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer after leaving the White House in May 2025, which had spread to his bones. He completed radiation therapy in October of the same year.

I love you the most, Joe. Is that okay?

— Jill BidenReassuring her husband after his reaction to her first answer.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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