Gymnastics star Biles is terrified: "Almost died"

Exceptional gymnast Simone Biles has apparently survived a serious emergency without serious injury.

June 07, 2026

From: dpa

"Almost dying wasn't on my radar," the 29-year-old American wrote in an Instagram story. The Olympic champion didn't explain what kind of emergency it was, but mentioned that it occurred last week.

She doesn't usually share things like this because she values privacy during these times, Biles began her post. The accompanying photo showed her right arm and three medical-grade wristbands. "This was one of, if not the most terrifying experiences of my life," Biles wrote. Especially since her husband—football pro Jonathan Owens (30) of the Indianapolis Colts—was out of town for a team practice.

Details only for the closest circle

“I rested in bed all week,” Biles added. She said she would explain what exactly happened to her close circle of friends and family sooner or later, as well as to those who had contacted her, visited her, or sent flowers. Other photos showed vases with bouquets of flowers.

Biles has won a total of seven Olympic gold medals. In 2021, she won bronze on the balance beam in Tokyo despite mental health issues. After a two-year hiatus, she returned in 2023 with two World Championship titles and became a triple Olympic champion in Paris in 2024.

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