Jill Biden’s ex-husband, William Stevenson, charged with killing his current wife
On February 2, William Stevenson, the ex-husband of First Lady Jill Biden, was arrested and charged with the first-degree murder of his current wife, Kathleen Stevenson. The tragic incident took place in their home in the suburbs of Delaware, and authorities are still piecing together the events that led to her death. NBC News reported the following:
New Castle County Police did not provide details on the death, but an initial release on her death noted that officers responded to a domestic dispute on Dec. 28, 2025, at a residence in the Wilmington area.
Linda Stevenson (64) was found unresponsive in the living room and died despite live-saving measures by officers at the scene. Her body was turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science for an autopsy.
Stevenson, who was married to Jill Biden from 1970 to 1975, has largely remained out of the public eye in recent years. However, his name resurfaced in the news following his arrest on Monday, as police discovered evidence linking him to the crime.
Jill Biden’s marriage to Stevenson lasted just five years, and the couple’s separation, was reportedly, largely amicable. Following their divorce, Jill married Joe Biden in 1977, and the two have built a long and enduring partnership, with Joe Biden having served as Vice-President and then President of the United States.
Despite his previous relationship with the First Lady, the Biden family has largely distanced themselves from Stevenson in the years since the divorce.
Linda Stevenson was described as a “deeply family-oriented” person who enjoyed taking vacations with her daughter and granddaughter, and cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles, according to her obituary, as shared by CNN.
In recent years, she founded a bookkeeping business and became friends with many of her clients.
“Linda will be remembered as tenacious, kind-hearted, and fiercely loyal,” the obituary said. “Her strength, resilience, and unwavering love for her family and friends will never be forgotten, and her absence will be felt deeply by all who knew her.” ~ CNN
Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the murder, though sources indicate that the couple’s relationship had reportedly been strained. Neighbors have suggested that there were signs of tension in the household, though no prior criminal history or reports of abuse have been publicly disclosed regarding Stevenson.
The murder charge follows a series of interviews with neighbors, family members, and close associates who claim Stevenson had exhibited increasing signs of erratic behavior in the months leading up to the incident. Law enforcement officials, who have been tight-lipped about the specifics of the case, say they are looking into any potential motives for the crime.
Police have not released a motive for the killing or a cause of death for Linda Stevenson. While the Bidens have remained silent on the current criminal case, Jill Biden previously described her early marriage to Stevenson as a “mistake of youth” in her 2019 memoir.
William Stevenson, now 77 years old, has not yet made a public statement about the charges. According to MSN, Stevenson is currently in custody at the Howard Young Correctional Institution after failing to post $500,000 cash bail.
As this case unfolds, public attention is sure to turn to Jill Biden, as the tragic event becomes intertwined with her personal history. We expect more details to come forth in the coming weeks as the investigation continues.
Opinion: You may be wondering why the fact that William Stevenson being Jill Biden’s ex-husband matters, especially considering they divorced over 51 years ago. The answer lies in several factors.
- The sensational nature of stories involving well-known figures – whether celebrities or politicians – often drives media attention. This story has quickly risen to the top of news cycles, not just because of the tragic event but because of the connection to Jill Biden. Domestic violence cases, particularly those involving the murder of a spouse, tend to dominate headlines, regardless of whether they are local or national.
- Politics aside, many people hold the Bidens in high regard and are concerned about their well-being. Some have expressed relief that Jill Biden wasn’t the victim of this crime, though the tragedy still casts a long shadow over the First Family.
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(Additional sources: New Castle County Police, New York Times, ABC News)
(Cover photos: Jill Biden / X, William Stevenson / New Castle County Police)
Posted by Richard Webster, Ace News Today
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