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“I’m Here For Him”: Simone Biles Saved Jonathan Owens’ Spotlight At NFL Games With A Heartwarming Gesture

Published 03/09/2024, 2:25 PM EST

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Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens had surfaced in 2023 for the ‘catch’ comment, which brought the world to the edge of its seat. Not only did the couple defy all odds to support each other, but they also moved on from it like none else. Having met in 2020 on the dating app, Raya, Owens, and Biles tied their nuptial knot in 2023. Ever since, the two have had each other’s backs.

Fresh off a Hawaiian vacation, the athletic couple is girded up for their respective seasons. But despite that, The Pivot Podcast featuring the NFL safety and the gymnastic stalwart didn’t stop making headlines in 2024. On several occasions, quotes from that get dug up by fans to stir up the internet. But this time, it’s how the wife plays the most important role in his ‘transition’.

Simone Biles has Jonathan Owens’ back

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“Being married to a public figure” was difficult for Owens to register as a life full of adventures awaited. But most importantly, how his wife made him feel at ease deserves accolades. In the most talked about podcast episode “Jonathan Owens Undrafted to Starter, NFL Playoff Push, Wife Simone Biles & Mental Health | The Pivot”, the Green Bay Packers safety sat for a chitchat with Ryan Channing and Fred Taylor. “At first it was difficult to just understand how much in the public eye you are like literally everything you do”, said the 28-year-old. He continued,That was one thing like the way that she handles it is I just watch her you know she just she has her times so she like you know she’ll take every picture.” “… Especially sometimes at the game she’ll you know like you know I’m here for him she supports”. 

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Before he entered the extravagant world of a celebrity, Jonathan Owens was a regular NFL player. “She’s kind of taught me how to deal with that”, he conceded. Putting a stop to brewing controversies, the couple unfurled the victory of unconditional love. Recently, the couple went on a date night, which was nothing short of glittery.

Biles and Owens – one of those starry date nights

The 4x Olympic gold medalist started her carousel with a mirror selfie, donning cowboy boots paired with a grey leather jacket and denim shorts. With the caption “Shoot the Hoop”, Simone Biles posted a picture of her star husband posing in an Amiri shirt. Engaging in fun games and a delectable plate of burrito, the love birds concluded their night with a selfie.

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This was one of the instances where the Olympian celebrated her husband, whom she taught to navigate through popularity. Missing out on the 2024 Winter Cup hints at some strong displays at the upcoming events. The 7 Olympic medal bag will have more in it from the Paris Olympics in 2024.

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Agnijeeta Majumder is an Olympic Sports writer at EssentiallySports. Being a former sprinter herself, Agnijeeta takes a specific interest in field events. She covers track and field, equestrian sports, alpine skiing, and gymnastics.
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Himanshu Sridhar