Jill Biden's Ex-Husband Charged with Wife's Murder

William Stevenson, 77, arrested one month after Linda Stevenson, 64, found dead in their Delaware home

Feb. 3, 2026 at 11:07am

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William Stevenson, the former husband of First Lady Jill Biden, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his wife Linda Stevenson, 64. Linda was found unresponsive in the couple's Wilmington, Delaware home on December 28 after police responded to a domestic dispute call.

Why it matters

The arrest of Jill Biden's ex-husband in connection with his wife's murder raises questions about the former couple's relationship and history, as well as concerns about domestic violence and the safety of older adults.

The details

According to authorities, the 77-year-old William Stevenson was arrested after a weeks-long investigation into Linda Stevenson's death. Police found Linda lying on the living room floor of the couple's Wilmington home when they responded to the domestic dispute call on December 28.

  • Linda Stevenson was found unresponsive on December 28, 2025.
  • William Stevenson was arrested in connection with her murder on February 3, 2026.

The players

William Stevenson

The 77-year-old former husband of First Lady Jill Biden, who has been charged with the first-degree murder of his wife Linda Stevenson.

Linda Stevenson

The 64-year-old wife of William Stevenson, who was found dead in the couple's Wilmington, Delaware home on December 28, 2025.

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What’s next

Authorities have not yet released details on a possible motive or timeline for Linda Stevenson's murder. The case is still under investigation, and a judge will decide whether to grant William Stevenson bail.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence, especially among older adults, and the need for greater awareness and resources to protect vulnerable individuals in abusive relationships.