Hunter Biden recently disclosed that his father, former U.S. President Joe Biden, is experiencing further metastasis of his cancer. This update was shared during an interview with the BBC, indicating a progression in the former president’s health status.
What Happened
In May 2025, just four months after he left office as the oldest sitting President, the elder Biden revealed he had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that had spread to his bones. In a wide-ranging interview published late Friday (August 7, 2026) with BBC Newsnight, Hunter Biden said his father’s disease has spread despite the treatment.
“The cancer has spread, is metastasized into his bones and further,” Mr. Joe Biden had said.
Treatment Progress for 83-Year-Old Patient
The patient, an 83-year-old individual, has recently reported positive developments regarding their treatment for a medical condition. Last month, during a press event announcing an upcoming memoir, the patient shared that they are undergoing radiation therapy and hormone therapy, both of which they described as progressing ‘really well.’ This update highlights the effectiveness of the treatment regimen, which aims to manage their health condition effectively.
