Simone Biles discussed her family plans in an appearance on the Today Show. The 27-year-old gymnast said she and her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens, "always" talk about a family, and that she "most definitely" sees herself as a mom. Owens, she said, would have kids "yesterday" if he could.
Biles became the most decorated American gymnast with 11 medals in the 2024 Paris Olympics, adding three gold medals and one silver to medals won in previous games. 1 View gallery Simone Biles ( Photo: from Instagram ) In a Today Show appearance, Biles hinted at the possibility of competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, saying "Never say never." Biles and Owens married in July 2023 after dating for three years.
Before starting a family, Biles said, both have goals they would "like to achieve." Owens supported Biles in person at the Olympics, participating in traditions like pin trading and keeping score of her performances. Owens faced online criticism for wearing her gold medal, which Biles defended.
Organizers of the 2024 Paris Olympics made specific accommodations to support athlete parents, such as introducing a nursery. This article was written in collaboration with Generative AI news company Alchemiq Sources: Hello, MarketResearchTelecast, ClutchPoints, InspireMore, HeadTopics, List23, ETonline, HollywoodLife, EssentiallySports, FlipTheMedia. >.
