Almost Dieing Wasn’t on My Bingo Card - Simone Biles Reveals Frightening Health Emergency
Simone Biles has revealed that she is recovering after a serious medical emergency that she says nearly cost her her life.
The Olympic gymnastics icon shared the update with fans on Instagram Stories on June 6, posting a photo that showed hospital wristbands as she reflected on the frightening experience.
“I’m not one to normally share things like this because I value privacy in today’s age,” she wrote. “But almost d!eing wasn’t on my bingo card earlier this week.”
The seven-time Olympic gold medalist described the incident as one of the most terrifying moments she has ever faced, especially because her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens, was away at training when it happened.
“This was one of, if not the scariest experience of my life,” she said. “Especially since Jonathan was in Indy for practices.”
While she did not disclose details about the medical issue, Biles said she has spent the week focused on recovery and rest.
“I’ve been in bed resting this week,” she shared.
“I’ll explain sooner or later, but shoutout to my close circle who reached out, checked in, visited and sent flowers. Loooovveeee y’all.”
The decorated athlete also posted photos of flower arrangements she received from loved ones, along with a cozy image of herself relaxing in bed with her two dogs.
In the same post, she included a screenshot showing an elevated heart rate of 126 beats per minute.
The health scare is not the first time Biles has spoken candidly about the physical demands placed on her body.
Earlier this year, she reflected on the lingering effects of competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she won three gold medals and one silver medal.
Speaking to French sports outlet L'Equipe in April 2025, Biles recalled how exhausted she felt after returning to the Olympic Village.
“I went back to the village, took the elevator and my body literally collapsed,” she said, adding that she was ill for 10 days afterward.
Nearly a year later, she admitted her body was still feeling the effects. She recalled a casual sprint with friends in a garden that left her dealing with aches and pains for several days.
For now, Biles appears focused on healing and taking life at a gentler pace.
While questions remain about whether she will compete at the 2028 Olympics, the gymnastics superstar has made it clear that recovery and wellbeing are currently her top priorities.
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