Ashley Biden, the 44-year-old daughter of President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, has filed for divorce from her husband of 13 years, Howard Krein, as reported by the Philadelphia Inquirer and subsequently covered by various media outlets. The legal filing, which marks the end of a relationship that began with a friendship brokered by Ashley's late brother, Beau Biden, and culminated in a 2012 wedding, was submitted in Philadelphia. On the day the divorce papers were filed, Ashley Biden shared a moment of personal symbolism on Instagram; a short video of her walking through a park, thumbs up, with Beyoncé's anthem "Freedom" as her soundtrack.
The wedding of Ashley Biden and Howard Krein was a significant event in 2012, taking place in Wilmington, Delaware. At that time, Joe Biden served as vice president under President Barack Obama, and the ceremony was a blend of personal joy and public spectacle, attracting considerable media attention. In an interview with People magazine before the wedding, Joe Biden fondly shared his anticipation and involvement in the event preparations, emphasizing the strong bond he has with his daughter. He also expressed his approval of Krein, heralding the union as a perfect match.
Ashley Biden met Krein through her brother in 2010, and their relationship quickly progressed, leading to their engagement within two years. Friends spoke highly of their compatibility and shared values. The Delaware wedding featured heartfelt contributions from Joe Biden, who, despite his vice-presidential duties, was deeply involved in organizing the reception. Ashley reminisced about her father's emotional involvement and the touching moments they shared before she walked down the aisle during her speech at the Democratic National Convention.
While the couple did not have children, they occasionally appeared in public together, maintaining a degree of privacy throughout their marriage. Ashley Biden is recognized for her work as a social worker and her participation in advocacy projects, while Krein has maintained a low profile, seldom appearing in the media spotlight.
The President and First Lady have not made public statements regarding the divorce. Details about the reasons for the separation or the terms of the divorce have not been disclosed, as court records remain private, and no court dates have been announced.
Ashley Biden's Instagram post, reflecting a sense of new beginnings and self-determination, resonated on social media, with Breitbart News sharing the image and accompanying it with a quote from the post about establishing new boundaries and ways of being.
