In a stunning ceremony at Madison Square Garden on July 3, pop sensation Taylor Swift wed Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. The event was attended by numerous celebrities, including Olympic champion Simone Biles, who brought along her husband, Jonathan Owens, an NFL safety for the Indianapolis Colts.
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Biles took to Instagram to share moments from the joyous occasion, dazzling onlookers with her vibrant red dress, crafted by renowned designer DO LONG and accessorised with exquisite Maison Spoiled High Jewelry. Amid the influx of compliments on her outfit, one particular comment caught her attention, leading to a light-hearted exchange with a follower. The commenter questioned the nature of her friendship with Swift, cheekily asking, “When has Simone Biles and Taylor Swift even spoken to each other?” In response, Biles reminded her audience, “remember this, I only show y’all what I want y’all to know.”
The bond between Biles and Swift has been evident over the years. Their connection was notably highlighted during the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials, where Biles incorporated Swift’s hit track “…Ready for It” into her floor routine. This performance garnered immense praise, with Swift expressing her admiration for Biles through a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “Watched this so many times and still unready. She’s ready for it tho👏👏👏🥇🇺🇸❤.”
Taylor Swift has consistently shown support for Biles throughout her career, especially during the challenging moments of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. In that year, Biles made headlines for stepping back from several competitions due to the psychological phenomenon known as the “twisties,” which involves a loss of air awareness and can pose risks for athletes. Despite the turmoil, Biles returned to earn a bronze medal in the balance beam final.
Swift contributed to Biles’s story during the Tokyo Games by narrating a poignant promotional video for NBC’s coverage. In the video, Swift eloquently posed thought-provoking questions about the expectations placed upon public figures and the weight of their responsibilities. She highlighted Biles’s authenticity and resilience, noting, “Throughout the last week, her voice has been as significant as her talents. Her honesty as beautiful as the perfection that had long been her signature. But don’t you see