The NFL safety, who was granted time off from the Chicago Bears' training camp, has been a constant source of support for his wife during her remarkable journey at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- August 6, 2024
AceShowbiz - Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in United States history, added four more medals to her impressive collection at the Paris Olympics, bringing her total to an astounding 11. Her incredible achievements were highlighted by a mix of gold and silver, showcasing her unparalleled talent and determination.
"More than my wildest dreams," Biles captioned an Instagram post, where she proudly displayed her four medals. Jonathan Owens, her devoted husband, expressed his pride, writing, "So so proud of you baby."
Owens, who plays for the Chicago Bears, was granted time off from his team's training camp by head coach Matt Eberflus to support his wife in Paris. He shared with PEOPLE, "It was an unbelievable, once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I'm just so thankful I was able to go and just witness her continue to make history." He added, "I'm just so proud."
Biles' stunning performances were praised by fellow Olympians and celebrities alike. Nastia Liukin, Michelle Kwan, Allyson Felix and Dominique Moceanu took to social media to congratulate her on her extraordinary accomplishments. Even John Legend chimed in with a series of crown emojis to celebrate her success.
Throughout the games, Biles demonstrated not only her physical prowess but also her mental resilience. Returning to the Olympics after experiencing the "twisties" in the Tokyo 2021 Games, she showcased her indomitable spirit by winning gold in the team final, the individual all-around, and the vault final. "Competing and then walking away with four medals, I'm not mad about it," Biles reflected. "I'm pretty proud of myself, and it's always so exciting to compete."
Owens made sure to celebrate every milestone with heartfelt messages on social media. After Biles' victory in the all-around final, he penned, "Greatness," followed by a GOAT emoji. "I love you so much baby. You accomplish whatever you set your mind to, and do it with so much grace. 9 time Olympic medalist and counting!!!! So proud to be your husband."
On August 4, Owens returned to his training camp duties but not before praising his wife's historic achievements. "Witnessing history every time you step on the mat Congrats baby on becoming the most decorated American gymnast in Olympic history!!!! Just wow!!!! 8 of them!!!!! So thankful I was there to see it," he wrote in an Instagram post featuring a custom Simone Biles graphic tee.
Simone Biles' journey at the Paris Olympics serves as a testament to her incredible talent and determination, with unwavering support from her loving husband Jonathan Owens. As she continues to inspire future generations, Biles' legacy as a gymnastics legend is firmly cemented in history.