Former President Joe Biden expressed deep gratitude to his supporters in his first public message since revealing his recent prostate cancer diagnosis. In a heartfelt post on May 19, he shared a message of strength and resilience, saying, “Cancer touches us all. Like so many of you, Jill and I have learned that we are strongest in the broken places.” The post, accompanied by a photo showing Biden smiling alongside his wife, Jill, and their cat, radiated a sense of hope and unity.
The announcement of Biden’s diagnosis came just a day earlier, on May 18, when a spokesperson confirmed that the 82-year-old former president had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that had spread to his bones. The diagnosis followed symptoms, including urinary issues, and the discovery of a nodule on his prostate during medical tests conducted on May 16.
Since news of his diagnosis broke, messages of support have flooded in from across the political landscape. From current and former leaders like President Donald Trump to former President Barack Obama, many have expressed their well-wishes for Biden’s recovery, highlighting the widespread solidarity among political rivals in times of personal adversity.
Biden served as president from 2021 to 2025 but faced mounting questions about his age and cognitive abilities, ultimately bowing out of the 2024 presidential race under significant pressure. Despite these challenges, Biden’s message underscored his resilience and his belief in the power of support from loved ones and well-wishers, no matter the circumstances.
In the face of this difficult diagnosis, Biden’s commitment to strength in adversity shines through, offering a glimpse of the enduring hope that continues to fuel his journey forward.
