Ashley Biden has filed for divorce from her husband Howard Krein in Philadelphia.

Ashley Biden, the daughter of President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, has filed for divorce from her husband, Dr. Howard Krein, in a legal proceeding registered with the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas. A representative for Ashley Biden confirmed the filing, marking a significant personal event for the former first daughter.

On the same day as the filing, Ashley Biden took to social media, posting an Instagram story that featured her walking in a park and giving a thumbs up, accompanied by the song “Freedom” by Beyoncé. The post seemingly reflects a positive outlook amidst the transition in her personal life. Additionally, she shared an inspirational quote on her Instagram, indicating a focus on new beginnings, stating that they bring “new boundaries” and “new ways of being.”

Dr. Howard Krein, an otolaryngologist and plastic surgeon affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, has yet to publicly address the divorce proceedings. In Pennsylvania, divorce complaints are not publicly accessible, which adds a layer of privacy to the unfolding situation.

Ashley Biden and Howard Krein were married in June 2012 in Greenville, Delaware. Their engagement was notably dramatic, with Krein proposing at sunset on a cliff in Big Sur, California. The couple met in 2010 through Ashley’s late brother, Beau Biden, who succumbed to brain cancer in 2015. For much of their marriage, the couple has resided in Society Hill, Philadelphia.

Ashley Biden holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and has dedicated her career to advocacy work, notably focusing on formerly incarcerated women through the Women’s Wellness Spa(ce), a joint initiative with Mural Arts Philadelphia.

In public appearances, Ashley Biden has generally maintained a low profile, stepping into the spotlight primarily to support her family. Most recently, she introduced her father at the Democratic National Convention in 2024, a moment infused with personal significance as she recounted her wedding day, which was held in her parents’ backyard. During her speech, she reminisced about her father, then Vice President, actively participating in the wedding preparations.

As Ashley Biden navigates this personal transition, her focus appears to remain on the positive aspects of her life and the community work she is passionate about.