Baby Biles Steals the Spotlight While Simone Embraces Life Beyond the Mat
At the 2024 Paris Olympics, while Simone Biles dazzled the crowd with her legendary routines, it was her pint-sized niece, Ronni—fondly dubbed “Baby Biles”—who truly captured hearts. Dressed in custom GK Elite leotards that mirrored her aunt’s iconic styles, Ronni was a constant presence at every gymnastics event, beaming with pride and cheering on her “TT.”
According to her mother, Sammi Biles, Ronni is captivated by Simone—lighting up whenever she spots her on TV or a billboard. “She just yells out, ‘T! T!’” Sammi shared. This wide-eyed admiration isn’t new—Ronni has long shown signs of following in Simone’s footsteps, from wearing replica leotards to playing on mats at the Biles family gym in Texas.
Recently, Sammi gave a personal update on her life as a mother of two, posting a carousel of gym-mode Ronni and a candid caption reflecting on the beauty and hardship of motherhood. She opened up about navigating postpartum recovery, a second C-section, and health challenges like a blood clotting disorder—all without paid maternity leave. Yet despite these struggles, her love for her children remains the heart of her message: “ain’t no hood like motherhood 🤎.”
With Baby Biles stealing headlines, fans naturally wondered about Simone’s next move. Since the 2024 Olympics, the most decorated gymnast has remained out of competition. With the 2025 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships approaching, speculation is mounting—will Simone return?
In a recent interview with L’Équipe, Simone spoke honestly about her current chapter. Rather than focusing on medals, she’s prioritizing personal happiness: travel, married life with Jonathan Owens, and embracing life as a woman beyond the sport. “I’m trying to enjoy life, travel, spend time with my husband, and really live,” she said.
While she hasn’t ruled out a comeback, Simone made it clear she’s not rushing back. After years of relentless competition and public scrutiny, she’s choosing moments of peace and purpose. For now, fans may have to content themselves with Simone the woman—not just Simone the gymnast.
And yet, with her niece already charming crowds and tumbling her way into the sport, the Biles legacy is clearly far from over. Whether or not Simone returns to the mat, the next generation is already warming up.