Simone Biles Addresses "Sad" Criticism After Experiencing Life-Threatening Medical Emergency
Biles said the trip was part of her recovery and asked critics for patience after a medical emergency that could have ended differently.
- Olympic gymnast Simone Biles is defending her decision to vacation in Belize with husband Jonathan Owens, an Indianapolis Colts player, after experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency.
- The 29-year-old revealed earlier this month that she experienced a serious medical emergency, sharing Instagram photos showing three hospital wristbands while noting, "almost dying wasn't on my bingo card."
- Critics questioned her social media activity, with one user commenting on a June 16 post, "Almost died but look at these traveling selfies," which Biles said made her "sad."
- Biles explained that her trip is "part of allowing myself to heal," adding that life-changing experiences shift perspective and asking followers to extend "a little more grace."
- During the medical emergency, Owens was in Indiana for team workouts, a separation Biles described as one of the most frightening moments of her life while the couple recovers together.
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Springfield News-LeaderSimone Biles slams 'sad' comments after near-death experience
Simone Biles won't let critics get her down, especially not on vacation.
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Apparently, even surviving a major health scare isn’t enough to stop internet trolls from doing what they do best. Just ask Simone Biles. The Olympic gymnastics superstar recently found herself clapping back at critics after sharing photos from a luxury vacation in Belize with her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens. Sounds harmless, right? Not according to social media’s self-appointed Medical Investigation Unit. Some online critics appeared to …
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Simone Biles rarely passes up an opportunity to leave the United States and unwind abroad. But a recent getaway came with unexpected scrutiny after the decorated gymnast appeared to ignore her doctor’s orders. The criticism may come as a surprise to longtime fans familiar with Biles’ love of traveling. In fact, the Olympic champion is currently jet-setting across the world while her fans are concerned about her health. Simone Biles clapback at f…
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