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Hunter and Joe Biden | Source: Getty Images
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Meet All 5 of Hunter Biden's Kids – One Was Confirmed Through DNA Testing

Naomi Wanjala
Apr 16, 2026
06:22 A.M.

His life has often made headlines. But behind the public story is a family that spans five children, each with a different path — and one story that drew particular attention.

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He has long lived in the shadow of power, scandal, and relentless public scrutiny — but now, Hunter Biden has quietly slipped beyond America's borders, leaving many to wonder what really lies behind his latest move.

Hunter Biden, during an event to celebrate the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams on the South Lawn of the White House on September 30, 2024. | Source: Getty Images

Hunter Biden, during an event to celebrate the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams on the South Lawn of the White House on September 30, 2024. | Source: Getty Images

According to a recent court filing from his legal team, the 56-year-old is currently living outside the United States. The exact location remains cloaked in mystery, with Hunter himself offering no public confirmation — only adding to the intrigue surrounding his increasingly private life.

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Yet clues have surfaced. In a November 2025 podcast interview, Hunter revealed he had been splitting his time between the U.S. and Cape Town, South Africa — a place he spoke about with unmistakable warmth, hinting at a deeper emotional connection forged during a turbulent chapter of his life.

Hunter Biden walking out of Nobu on July 11, 2024, in Malibu. | Source: Getty Images

Hunter Biden walking out of Nobu on July 11, 2024, in Malibu. | Source: Getty Images

A New Life Far From Washington's Glare

He explained that after a period marked by political and personal challenges, he had planned to spend more time there, describing the city as somewhere he had grown deeply fond of. The shift may not be as surprising as it seems.

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Hunter's wife, Melissa Cohen Biden, is originally from South Africa — a detail that now feels significant as the couple appears to be reshaping their lives far from the political epicenter of Washington. Since their 2019 marriage, they were based in California, making this overseas pivot all the more striking.

Hunter Biden and his wife, Melissa Cohen, leave court after his guilty plea in his trial on tax evasion in Los Angeles, California, on September 5, 2024. | Source: Getty Images

Hunter Biden and his wife, Melissa Cohen, leave court after his guilty plea in his trial on tax evasion in Los Angeles, California, on September 5, 2024. | Source: Getty Images

Despite the distance, however, Hunter has not severed ties with his family. Earlier this month, he was seen alongside relatives — including former President Joe Biden and former First Lady Jill Biden — during an Easter gathering in California.

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The moment painted a picture of a man still tethered to his roots, even as his physical presence drifts across continents. As his life stretches between locations, one constant remains: his identity as a father.

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That role comes sharply into focus through his eldest daughter, Naomi Biden. Now in her early 30s, Naomi stepped into history in November 2022 when she married Peter Neal in a rare White House wedding — an event steeped in tradition and attended by close family members, including Joe and Jill Biden.

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Then came another milestone. In January 2025, Naomi shared a deeply personal moment with the world, posting a photo announcing the birth of her child. The caption was simple, tender, and impossible to ignore, "Sweet Willie."

But Naomi has not shied away from addressing the complexities surrounding her father.

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In a series of posts on X, she described him as a man widely known — yet deeply misunderstood. She wrote that, in her view, he is someone shaped by both love and personal struggles, offering a rare glimpse behind the headlines. She also revealed his preference for staying out of the spotlight, explaining that much of his life had been devoted to supporting his late brother, Beau Biden.

Naomi described the relationship between Hunter and Beau as profoundly close — a connection strengthened by shared grief after the early loss of their mother and sister. She added that after college, Hunter chose a path rooted in service, joining the Jesuit Volunteer Corps — an experience that would ultimately lead him to meet her mother.

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A Rising Voice in the Next Generation

Hunter's second daughter, Finnegan Biden, has carved out her own space in the public eye — not through controversy, but through action. While studying at the University of Pennsylvania during the uncertainty of 2020, she became involved in student-led initiatives at a time when many were struggling with disrupted lives, time zones, and fears for their families' health.

Determined to make a difference, Finnegan helped lead a push to extend a critical academic deadline. She gathered feedback, listened to students' concerns, and ultimately created a petition calling for greater flexibility in grading options — arguing that many were not in environments suited for learning.

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The response was overwhelming. The petition gained more than 3,500 signatures, signaling a groundswell of support. And it worked. The university extended the deadline to the end of the semester. Finnegan graduated in 2021 — a moment her older sister Naomi celebrated publicly, sharing a heartfelt message of pride and admiration, describing Finnegan as someone she looks up to.

The Artist Who Chose a Different Path

Hunter's youngest daughter, Maisy Biden, has taken a quieter, more introspective route — one defined by creativity and self-expression. Through her personal website, she shares a collection of visual pieces that blur the line between finished and unfinished — a deliberate choice that reflects her thoughts, memories, and emotional landscape.

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She describes her work as an exploration of time, memory, and identity, drawing from both childhood and present-day experiences. Rather than adhering to rigid artistic rules, Maisy embraces curiosity, authenticity, and a deeply personal approach to her craft.

In 2023, she graduated from the University of Pennsylvania — a milestone attended by several members of the Biden family, including her parents and sisters. Even then, President Joe Biden briefly stepped away from official duties to be present, choosing family over formality.

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During the ceremony, he interacted with students but largely remained close to his loved ones — a subtle yet powerful reminder of the family's enduring bond.

The Child at the Center of a Public Storm

Another chapter of Hunter's life unfolded under far more intense scrutiny. In August 2018, Lunden Roberts gave birth to a daughter, Navy Joan Roberts, a child whose identity would soon become the subject of national attention. By 2019, a paternity test confirmed Hunter as her father.

Hunter Biden arriving at the J. Caleb Boggs Federal Building on June 6, 2024, in Wilmington, Delaware. | Source: Getty Images

Hunter Biden arriving at the J. Caleb Boggs Federal Building on June 6, 2024, in Wilmington, Delaware. | Source: Getty Images

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Court documents stated that DNA testing established paternity with certainty, and Lunden's legal team said she had never doubted the results. The situation, once highly contentious, was eventually resolved through a child support agreement in June 2023.

In the aftermath, Joe publicly acknowledged Navy for the first time as one of his grandchildren — a significant and emotional moment. He stated that Hunter and Lunden were working together to build a relationship centered on their daughter's well-being, while maintaining her privacy.

Hunter Biden, while making a statement to the press outside the U.S. Capitol, about testifying publicly to the House Oversight and Accountability Committee on December 13, 2023. | Source: Getty Images

Hunter Biden, while making a statement to the press outside the U.S. Capitol, about testifying publicly to the House Oversight and Accountability Committee on December 13, 2023. | Source: Getty Images

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In 2024, Roberts shared a heartfelt message marking the Navy’s sixth birthday, writing that becoming a mother had changed her life.

Online reactions poured in. "Wowww," one commenter wrote. "Your daughter is absolutely precious!" another added. "She's so beautiful," a third comment read. The response underscored a rare moment of warmth in a story often dominated by controversy.

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A Name That Carries Deep Meaning

Hunter's youngest child, his son Beau Biden, represents yet another deeply emotional thread in his story. Born in 2020 to Hunter and Melissa, the child was named in honor of Hunter's late brother, Beau, who died in 2015 at age 46 after battling brain cancer.

The name is more than symbolic. It is a tribute to a man who was once a central figure in the Biden family — and who remained profoundly connected to Hunter throughout his life.

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