Delaware Man Charged in Wife's Death, Previously Married to Jill Biden

William Stevenson, 77, held without bail as authorities investigate the death of his current wife

Feb. 4, 2026 at 9:07pm

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A Delaware man named William Stevenson, 77, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his wife, who was found unresponsive in their Wilmington home late last year. Stevenson was previously married to Jill Biden, the current First Lady, decades ago.

Why it matters

The case has drawn attention due to Stevenson's past marriage to Jill Biden, though authorities have emphasized that the focus should be on the current investigation into his wife's death rather than his prior relationship.

The details

Stevenson was charged on Monday in connection with his wife's death. Police found his wife unresponsive in their Wilmington home late last year. Stevenson remains in jail without bail as the investigation continues.

  • Stevenson's wife was found unresponsive in their Wilmington home late last year.
  • Stevenson was charged on Monday in connection with his wife's death.

The players

William Stevenson

A 77-year-old Delaware man who has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his current wife.

Jill Biden

The current First Lady of the United States, who was previously married to William Stevenson decades ago.

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What they’re saying

“I also express frustration that coverage of the case has focused on Stevenson's past marriage to Jill Biden rather than on my mother's life and death.”

— Linda Stevenson, Stevenson's daughter

What’s next

Authorities have not provided a timeline for when they expect to complete their investigation into Stevenson's wife's death.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges of balancing public interest in high-profile figures with the need to focus on the specifics of an ongoing criminal investigation, especially when it involves a sensitive personal history.