Over the Kentucky Derby weekend, Simone Biles and her husband, NFL star Jonathan Owens, stole the spotlight—not just for their perfectly coordinated lavender outfits, but for their sweet vision of the future together. When asked by E! News about their couple goals, Biles beamed, answering with simplicity and sincerity: “Building a family.” The reporter, catching the vibe, playfully nudged the couple about parenthood plans. Biles didn’t shy away.

“One day,” she confirmed, glowing at the thought. “We both want to be parents.” When complimented on how beautiful their future kids would be, Owens offered a humble thank-you, while Biles’ face lit up with joy. “Hopefully powerful and athletic,” she joked, before adding, “But if they turn into musicians, who cares? That’s phenomenal, too.” Naturally, the internet ran with it. Fans and followers immediately began speculating that a baby announcement might be on the horizon. But Simone wasn’t about to let the AI-generated rumor mills spiral out of control.

On May 4, the Olympic legend took to Threads with a crystal-clear message: “I am not pregnant, I never was pregnant therefore I never had a baby. Please stop asking me and falling for AI.” A mix of sweet hopes and firm facts—classic Simone Biles. But did the discussion stop after Simone’s staunch post? Perhaps. But several netizens came to her defense, lauding her efforts to squash the rumors. Need evidence? 

On Threads beneath Biles’s post, someone wrote, “I hope you are ok, the speculation and rumours and nonsense celebrities face is just ridiculous.” It was the perfect gesture of support, especially when you’re someone’s idol. However, the backlash wasn’t new. Something like this actually started months ago, in February, when a Reddit user shared a deeply unsettling experience.

“I’m trying really hard to break my Meta usage,” they wrote, “but while scrolling FB (looking for a family member’s obituary) I was shown three different AI-generated posts congratulating Simone and Jonathan on being pregnant?” These weren’t just clickbait headlines. The posts included doctored images—one showing Biles with a Photoshopped baby bump, another depicting her in a hospital bed cradling a newborn.

The user called it out for what it was: “so creepy and invasive and icky.” Their post exploded across the platform, sparking a wave of outrage. Commenters weren’t just disturbed by the fake news—they were furious at Meta’s platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Threads) for allowing AI-generated misinformation to flourish. “One of the million reasons we all need to ditch FB/IG/Threads,” another user added. But for Biles, the digital intrusion wasn’t just algorithmic—it was personal.

Back in December 2023, Simone was simply showing up to support her husband at MetLife Stadium. Dressed in an oversized army jacket, a snug brown jumpsuit, and a beanie with Owens’ jersey number, Biles posted cozy game day photos on Instagram. But the internet did what it does best: speculate. The way her outfit folded. The angle of her stance. And the smallest detail became evidence for pregnancy rumors.

By December 13, it had spiraled too far. Biles took to her Instagram Stories with a blunt, firm message: “I hate that I even have to address this, but please stop commenting on this photo or my Instagram in general about me being ‘pregnant.’ I’m not pregnant.” Thus, Biles continued to keep setting the record straight. A powerful reminder from one of the most decorated athletes in the world: being in the spotlight doesn’t mean surrendering your truth. And sometimes, no really means no. Her fans know these facts well. That’s why, once again, they stood guard for her. 

Simone Biles’s fans know how to stand firm for their idol 

The moment Simone Biles posted her firm message on Threads, the support from her fans came pouring in. One such voice cut through the noise with unwavering clarity: “Don’t listen to that foolishness,” a commenter urged, standing up for Biles with conviction. The message was loud and clear—Simone didn’t owe anyone an explanation, least of all for rumors born from AI fabrications. Others echoed the same defense, calling out the toxicity of online speculation. One fan dismissed the need for such invasive comments altogether, frustrated that people still felt entitled to dissect a woman’s body in public. The comment went: “That’s so weird….and creepy! It’s NONE of our business lol either way lol.”

Another follower offered empathy over despair, writing, “Lordy I am so sorry you have to deal with that 🙄.” It was honest and heartfelt—just the kind of comment that reminds you there’s still humanity behind the screen.

“Sorry people do this, especially to celebs!” added another, acknowledging the unique pressure public figures face simply for living their lives out loud. Through it all, the message from her community was clear: You don’t have to explain yourself, Simone. We see you. We support you. And we’re not falling for the noise.