The first husband of former first lady Jill Biden is scheduled to appear in a Delaware court to enter a plea regarding charges that he murdered his current wife. William Stevenson, aged 77, faces a first-degree murder case in connection with the death of Linda Stevenson, who was found unresponsive at their home in late December.
Court Proceedings and Charges
Stevenson is expected to plead in court on Tuesday, following charges brought by a state grand jury earlier this month. He has been held in custody since February 3, unable to meet the $500,000 bail set for his release. The case has drawn significant attention due to Stevenson's past marriage to Jill Biden from 1970 to 1975.
Background of the Accused and Victim
William Stevenson is known for founding the Stone Balloon, a popular music venue in Newark, Delaware, during the early 1970s. In contrast, Linda Stevenson, aged 64, operated a bookkeeping business and was described in her obituary as a devoted mother and grandmother, as well as an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan. Notably, the obituary did not mention her husband.
Her daughter, Christine Mae, expressed profound grief in a social media post, stating, "One hug from her and all your worries would disappear. The pain of losing her is paralyzing and the emptiness in my heart is an abyss." This emotional tribute highlights the personal tragedy behind the legal proceedings.
Connection to Jill Biden
Jill Biden, who married U.S. Senator Joe Biden in 1977 and served as first lady during his presidency from January 2021 to January 2025, has not commented on the case. Her spokesperson has confirmed that she has no statement regarding the Stevenson matter, maintaining a distance from the unfolding events.
As the case progresses, court records currently do not list a defense lawyer for Stevenson, adding another layer of complexity to the proceedings. The community and legal observers await further developments in this high-profile murder case.
