Hillary Clinton’s decades in the public eye have provided no shortage of iconic moments—from her time as First Lady to Secretary of State and beyond. But while Clinton’s speeches, policy positions, and public persona often take center stage, some of her most memorable moments are the unscripted, candid shots that reveal the person behind the politician. Let’s take a trip down memory lane with some of the most unforgettable candid captures, from warm embraces and beachside dance moves to headline-making mishaps.
1. The Biden Embrace That Had Everyone Talking
Few political gestures have drawn as much buzz as the long embrace between then-Vice President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton in 2016. During a campaign rally in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Biden greeted Clinton with a lingering hug that lasted just long enough for cameras to capture—and the internet to start speculating. Both longtime political allies and friends, Biden’s extended embrace with Clinton became a hot topic online. The hug was dubbed “The Biden Embrace,” inspiring memes, think pieces, and even a few parodies. The moment remains one of the most talked-about images of that election cycle, highlighting the camaraderie—and perhaps a bit of old-school warmth—between these two Democratic powerhouses.