Simone Biles and Taylor Swift's connection dates back several years, with both superstars publicly supporting each other. Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, and Swift, the biggest pop star globally, have formed a strong bond through their public struggles and triumphs.
Their friendship began with Swift wishing Biles luck in the 2016 Rio Olympics. They met in person in 2017 at a Super Bowl party in Houston. In 2021, when Biles faced criticism for withdrawing from events at the Tokyo Olympics due to mental health reasons, Swift defended her publicly.
Swift's support meant a lot to Biles, who expressed her gratitude on social media. The mutual admiration continued with Biles presenting an award to Swift in 2021. Both women have NFL connections, with Biles married to Jonathan Owens and Swift dating Travis Kelce.
In a recent interview, Biles reflected on fame and anxiety, highlighting the pressures of being in the public eye. During the 2024 Paris Olympics, Biles showcased a groundbreaking routine set to Swift's song, '...Ready For It?'. The routine, choreographed by Grégory Milan, caught Swift's attention, who praised Biles for her performance.
As Biles continues to impress at the Olympics, Swift, currently on tour in Europe, has been cheering for her from afar. Fans hope Swift might make a surprise appearance at the Olympics, especially during the closing ceremony when Biles is expected to shine with multiple medals.
Speculation among Swift's fans suggests that Biles's success with '...Ready For It?' could inspire Swift to release a 'Taylor's Version' of her 2017 album, 'reputation'. For now, fans are content with 'Simone's Version' of the song, celebrating the friendship between these iconic women.
