Hunter Biden

ABOUT

Robert Hunter Biden is an American attorney, investor, and the second son of President Joe Biden and Neilia Hunter Biden. Born on February 4, 1970, in Wilmington, Delaware, Hunter has pursued a multifaceted career in law, business, and nonprofit work. Over the years, he has held notable positions in academia, served on corporate boards, and been involved in various business ventures.

BEFORE FAME

Hunter Biden's early life was marked by tragedy when his mother and younger sister were killed in a car accident in 1972. He and his older brother, Beau, survived the accident but were severely injured. This tragic event had a profound impact on his family. Hunter later attended Archmere Academy, a private Catholic school in Delaware, before earning his bachelor's degree from Georgetown University. He went on to receive a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Yale Law School, one of the nation’s most prestigious institutions.

TRIVIA

• Hunter Biden has experienced personal challenges, including issues with substance abuse which he has been open about in interviews and his memoir, "Beautiful Things."
• He has been a target of political scrutiny, especially during his father's presidential campaign and tenure, primarily due to his business dealings in Ukraine and China.
• Despite his struggles, Hunter has continued to work in various capacities, including as an artist. He has held several art exhibitions showcasing his work.

FAMILY LIFE

Hunter was married to Kathleen Buhle from 1993 to 2017, and they have three daughters: Naomi, Finnegan, and Maisy. Following his divorce, he began a relationship with Hallie Biden, his late brother Beau's widow, which ended in 2019. Hunter later married South African filmmaker Melissa Cohen in May 2019, and they have a son named Beau, born in 2020. His close relationship with his family, especially his father, Joe Biden, has been well-documented, particularly as they navigated multiple personal and public challenges.

ASSOCIATED WITH

Hunter Biden is directly associated with significant political figures due to his family's prominent role in American politics. Most notably, he is the son of Joe Biden, the 46th President of the United States, and the brother of the late Beau Biden, who served as the Attorney General of Delaware. His business activities and personal life have put him in the public eye, making him a frequent subject in political discourse and media discussions.

Hunter Biden continues to navigate a complex intersection of personal endeavors and public scrutiny, contributing to various fields while being an integral part of an influential political family.