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‘Almost Dying’ - Simone Biles Shares Health Scare on Social Media
Biles said she was hospitalized after almost dying and thanked her close circle for visits, flowers and support as she recovers.
On Saturday, June 6, 2026, Olympic gymnast Simone Biles revealed she is recovering from a recent medical emergency, sharing a selfie with multiple hospital bracelets on her wrist.
Biles described the event as the 'scariest experience' of her life, compounded by the fact that her husband, Indianapolis Colts safety Jonathan Owens, was away in Indy for preseason practice.
Her resting heart rate climbed to 126 beats per minute, alarming fans since normal rates typically fall between 60 and 100 beats per minute. She remains on bed rest.
The athlete has not disclosed the specific nature of her injury, though she expressed gratitude to her close circle, writing " to my close circle who reached out, checked in, visited or sent flowers."
Prioritizing recovery from the tumultuous experience, Biles has stepped away from competition to focus on her health and life with her husband in Spring, Texas.
Gymnastics legend Simone Biles (29) was startled by a medical emergency earlier this week. The American stated on Instagram that she had a near-death experience. “This was one of, if not the, most terrifying experiences of my life.”