Ex-US President Joe Biden’s cancer has spread, son says

Hunter Biden has revealed that his father, former US President Joe Biden, is enduring significant pain as his cancer has spread to his bones. In an interview with the BBC, Hunter described the illness as "painful" and "debilitating," noting the difficulty for the family to witness his father's struggle.

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I wish he would complain more, because it’s not good, the cancer has spread.

"I wish he would complain more, because it’s not good, the cancer has spread," Hunter Biden said. He elaborated that the disease had metastasized to his father's bones and "further," emphasizing the severity of the situation. "It's very painful… very debilitating," he added. "Cancer is really hard. It’s really sad to watch."

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It’s very painful… very debilitating.

Joe Biden announced his diagnosis of an aggressive form of prostate cancer in May 2025, four months after leaving the White House. At the time, he expressed optimism about his treatment, stating that doctors expected him to respond well to medication. "The prognosis is good, we’re working on it," he had said, referring to a six-week course of medication.

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Cancer is really hard. It’s really sad to watch.

Despite the current challenges, Hunter Biden also spoke about his father's central role in their family, calling him "the centre of our family" and "the best father, the best husband, the best grandfather." The former president has reportedly been spending more time with his family while undergoing treatment.

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My dad is, to this day, the centre of our family. He’s the best father, the best husband, the best grandfather.