Hunter Biden says his father, former U.S. President Joe Biden, is battling worsening cancer that has spread to his bones. In an interview published by the BBC, Hunter describes the illness as painful and debilitating, saying it is difficult for the family to watch as the disease progresses.
The reports also refer to Joe Biden’s earlier announcement that he was diagnosed in May 2025 with aggressive prostate cancer. Other updates cited include Joe Biden telling supporters last month that his therapy was “going really well” and thanking them for prayers and encouragement.
Across outlets, the central development is the same: Hunter Biden provides a new health update, using similar language about pain and debilitation, and specifies bone metastasis. The coverage also places the news in broader context, noting that Joe Biden stepped away from the 2024 presidential race and that his memoir is scheduled for release in November.