What do you say when you’ve done it all: Olympic gold, NCAA greatness, perfect 10s, and still keep evolving? If you’re Jade Carey, you say just five words. Well, Carey has never been one to chase the spotlight, yet somehow, it always finds her. She’s the quiet storm of gymnastics: calm on the outside, unstoppable underneath. In 2025, she wrapped up her NCAA career at Oregon State with a season that honestly felt more like a mic drop. She became the first gymnast in Pac-12 history to win the all-around and beam titles in every single regular-season meet. Oh, and not one single miss in her entire college career. That’s 205 routines. 205 hits. But while doing all that, Jade also shared something far more personal.

Then came May 27. Big announcements on Instagram. No drama. Just one photo, Jade sitting on a rocky beach, sunlight melting into the background, looking peaceful and grounded. The caption? “Another year around the sun 💫🤍.” That was it. Five words, one vibe, and an instant reaction from the gymnastics world. Because when someone like Jade speaks softly, the whole world leans in to listen.

Let’s not forget, this isn’t just a birthday post from some retired athlete. Jade’s still got momentum. In 2024, she dropped 46 flawless routines, with 27 scoring over 9.9, and won 23 event titles, racking up a career total of 117. She became just the 13th gymnast in NCAA history to earn perfect 10s on all four events, a.k.a. the rare “Gym Slam.” At the 2024 NCAA Championships, she claimed silver in the all-around and floor, plus bronze on beam. She even broke Oregon State’s all-around record with a 39.700. Oh—and casually added Olympic team gold and individual vault bronze in Paris while she was at it. You know, just Jade Carey things.

And while her scores grab the headlines, Jade still finds time to slow down and soak in nature’s calm.  So when she dropped that simple birthday caption, it wasn’t just about turning 25, it was about stepping into a new version of herself. Fans couldn’t stay quiet, they flooded the post with cheers, love, and all the hype Jade deserves.

Jade Carey’s fans stand tall and proud for her

The gymnastics community loves Jade Carey, and it shows in the warm birthday wishes she received from some of her closest friends. Leanne Wong, a fellow elite gymnast and long-time teammate, shared a heartfelt “happy birthday! ❤️.” Jordan Bowers, another top NCAA and elite gymnast, chimed in with “happy birthday 🤍🤍,” showing genuine affection. Grace McCallum, an Olympic medalist and friend, added “happy birthday 🫶🫶,” sending love from one star to another. And Kailin Chio, who also knows the ups and downs of elite gymnastics life, joined in with an enthusiastic “happy birthday!!” 

One gymnastics fan said, “Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world 🌟💋❤️💜😮😍,” while another sent their “Blessings for another fun-filled and goal crushing trip ❤️.” And who could miss the birthday shoutout? “HAPPY BIRTHDAY JADE!!!! Also you are so pretty and I look up to you much.” It’s clear that Jade’s not just admired for her talent but loved for who she is.

Jade Carey’s accomplishments back that up. At the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Jade snagged her first Olympic medal, a gold in floor exercise with a solid 14.366 score. Then at Paris 2024, she helped Team USA win gold in the women’s team final and grabbed bronze in vault with a 14.466 average. But beyond the medals and numbers, it’s her heart and authenticity that really stand out. Remember in March 2025 when she introduced her girlfriend, Aimee Sinacola? That moment showed Jade just being Jade, confident, real, and unbothered. And when she celebrated her 25th birthday, it wasn’t just about getting older; it was about embracing a new, stronger version of herself.

Right now, Jade Carey’s focusing on growing personally, but hasn’t closed the door on gymnastics. She’s kept things open about the 2028 Olympics, saying her future in elite competition is still “undecided.” No matter what she decides, Jade’s passion for the sport continues to inspire so many people watching her journey.