Former President Joe Biden made his first public appearance since sharing the news about his cancer diagnosis while attending his grandson’s high school graduation.
He was seen taking pictures with his grandson, Robert Hunter Biden II, as well as his daughter Ashley and his wife, Jill, during the ceremony at Salisbury School in Connecticut on Friday.
“Precious Nana and Pop! Congratulations Hunter – we’re so proud of you,” Jill Biden wrote in a caption accompanying one of the photos.
Just last week, Biden disclosed that he is dealing with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. This announcement occurred just before the release of a controversial book alleging a “coverup” regarding his health decline.
His cancer was identified with a Gleason score of 9 on a scale that goes up to 10.
Robert Hunter Biden II is the 18-year-old son of Beau Biden, who passed away from a brain tumor in 2015. His mother is Harry Biden, who has been in the news following her involvement in a high-profile court case.
Despite the family’s struggles, Harry seems to remain somewhat connected to the Bidens while being married to Cincinnati financial broker John Hopkins Anning.
In addition to attending the graduation, videos have surfaced on social media showing Biden in public places, although the context isn’t entirely clear.
Before the graduation event, he was spotted with other families dining at a Woodland restaurant, where staff praised his thoughtful engagement with everyone around him.
Following his cancer announcement, he shared a photo of himself with Jill and their cat, expressing gratitude for public support during this challenging time.
“Cancer touches all of us. Like many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are the strongest in the broken places. Thank you for lifting us up with love and support,” he stated.
His spokesperson mentioned that Biden is exploring treatment options, noting that his prostate cancer is “hormonally sensitive,” allowing for effective management.
A later statement clarified that he wasn’t formally diagnosed with prostate cancer until May 16, and that he hadn’t been tested for over a decade, which led to speculation about the cancer’s progression.
