Former President Biden Dines Out in Santa Monica Amid Cancer Battle

Biden and wife Jill spotted at celebrity-favorite restaurant with former ambassador and husband.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:08pm

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A solitary figure sitting alone at a table in a dimly lit, coastal restaurant, the warm glow of sunlight casting dramatic shadows across the scene, conceptually representing the private struggles of a public life.A former president's quiet dinner outing reflects the bittersweet realities of aging and illness.Santa Monica Today

Former President Joe Biden and his wife Jill were spotted dining at the popular Santa Monica restaurant Giorgio Baldi, accompanied by former U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland Scott Miller and his husband Tim Gill. Biden, who is currently battling an aggressive form of stage 4 prostate cancer, was described as quieter during the meal, while Jill did most of the talking. The outing comes as the Bidens ramp up their work on their foundation and the future Biden Presidential Library.

Why it matters

Biden's public appearances have been limited since his cancer diagnosis in 2025, making this dinner outing a rare glimpse into the former president's current state of health and activities. The event also highlights the Bidens' continued political and philanthropic work despite Biden's medical challenges.

The details

According to reports, Biden was mostly quiet during the dinner, but perked up to sing 'Happy Birthday' to other guests. Jill Biden did most of the speaking, with Biden becoming more talkative during dessert. The dinner took place at the celebrity-favorite Italian restaurant Giorgio Baldi, which is located near the beach in Santa Monica. There was a heavy police presence outside the restaurant, though the Secret Service was discreet inside.

  • Biden was last photographed in public in early March, when he delivered a eulogy for civil rights activist Jesse Jackson in Chicago.
  • Biden completed a round of radiation treatment for his cancer in October 2025.

The players

Joe Biden

The 83-year-old former President of the United States who is currently battling an aggressive form of stage 4 prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones.

Jill Biden

The wife of former President Joe Biden, who is said to have done most of the speaking during the dinner.

Scott Miller

The former U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein, who dined with the Bidens.

Tim Gill

The LGBTQ+ activist and husband of former Ambassador Scott Miller, who also dined with the Bidens.

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What they’re saying

“The fact that it is in his bones means that he will have cancer, you know, all his lifetime. Like most retired couples, he'll probably drive me crazy till the end of it.”

— Jill Biden

What’s next

Doctors have told the Bidens that the former president will 'live out his natural life' despite his cancer diagnosis.

The takeaway

Biden's rare public outing highlights the challenges he faces as he continues to battle an aggressive form of cancer, but also demonstrates the Bidens' commitment to their political and philanthropic work despite his health issues.