When did Ashley Biden and Howard Krein marry? Joe Biden’s daughter files for divorce after 13 years of marriage

The daughter of former President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, Ashley Biden, has filed for divorce from her husband, Dr. Howard Krein, on August 11, 2025, in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas. They got married in 2012, making it around 13 years of being in the marriage, until they got divorced. Reports by The Philadelphia Inquirer mentioned that the filing was confirmed by her representative.

On the very same day, Ashley also shared an Instagram story of herself walking in a park, giving a thumbs-up pose in the story. The post had Beyoncé’s song "Freedom" added to it in the background. She also posted a quote that read,

"New life, new beginnings means new boundaries. New ways of being that won’t look or sound like they did before."

This had the song "Freedom Time" by Lauryn Hill added to it. No media channels have yet confirmed the reasons for their divorce. Divorce records in Philadelphia are private.

When and how did Ashley Biden get married?

Reports by The New York Post suggest that Ashley Biden and Howard Krein met in 2010, introduced by Ashley’s late brother, Beau Biden. Howard proposed on a cliff at sunset in Big Sur, California, and they married in June 2012 in Greenville, Delaware, at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Roman Catholic Church.

Joe Biden, then Vice President, walked Ashley down the aisle. He was emotional and helped set up their reception in the family’s backyard, driving a John Deere 4-wheeler to arrange decorations and plants.

Ashley Biden and Howard Krein's life together and the divorce filing

Over their marriage, Ashley Biden and Howard Krein lived mainly in Philadelphia. Howard worked as an otolaryngologist and plastic surgeon at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals and was a professor at the same university. Ashley worked as a social worker, activist, and fashion designer. She introduced her father at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, where she shared memories of their wedding and her close bond with him.

On August 11, 2025, Ashley filed for divorce. The news was confirmed by her representative. The divorce filing took place in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas. No one has explained why they are ending their marriage. Divorce complaints in Philadelphia do not become public.

After she filed, Ashley posted on Instagram a thumbs-up in the park with music, quotes, and symbolic images like the full moon and 11:11, which many people see as meaningful. She also shared a tribute to her late brother, Beau Biden and her father at an event honouring Beau’s foundation.

Ashley Biden’s marriage to Howard Krein has ended after 13 years together. She now begins a new chapter in her life, leaving behind a long shared history. Her recent public posts suggest she is ready for change and open to what comes next.

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