Ashley Biden, the 44-year-old daughter of former President Joe Biden, has initiated legal proceedings to end her 13-year marriage to plastic surgeon Howard Krein. The decision follows allegations of marital infidelity that were brought into the public eye, igniting a flurry of media attention. Ashley submitted the divorce documents this week, signaling a definitive end to her relationship with the 58-year-old medical professional.
The divorce is taking shape against a tumultuous backdrop, with Ashley having recently posted, and then deleted, controversial content on her Instagram account. The post included photographs, taken from a distance, purportedly showing Krein hand-in-hand with an unidentified woman. Accompanied by a suggestive caption and a heart emoji, the post alluded to her emotional turmoil over the situation. However, the poor quality of the images made it impossible to clearly identify the individuals.
Court papers, obtained by various media outlets, detail Ashley’s intentions to file a no-fault divorce, stating that the marriage is "irretrievably broken." The documents also indicate that Ashley and Krein are currently living apart and that both parties are expected to consent to the divorce. In addition to the dissolution of the marriage, Ashley is seeking spousal support, arguing that she cannot maintain her standard of living established during the marriage through employment. Despite her reported net worth, her legal team contends that she is now facing financial challenges, including the cost of legal fees.
Ashley and Krein have spent most of their married life in Philadelphia, where Krein is an esteemed otolaryngologist and plastic surgeon at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Amidst the unfolding scandal, Ashley has been seen at the couple's $1.3 million residence in the city, where it appears she is residing during the divorce process. Friends and food delivery services have been spotted at the home, suggesting a network of support for Ashley during this challenging time.
The legal filings suggest a willingness on Ashley's part to negotiate a fair settlement outside of court, potentially avoiding a protracted legal battle. The end of the marriage marks a significant personal change for Ashley and casts a spotlight on the private lives of high-profile individuals.
