Simone Biles reveals health scare, describes ‘almost dying’

June 7, 2026 - 07:24

Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, has shared a deeply personal and frightening health experience with her fans. In a candid post on Instagram, Biles described the incident as "one of, if not the scariest experience of my life." She revealed that she came close to dying during the ordeal, though she did not immediately provide specific details about the medical event.

The seven-time Olympic gold medalist took to social media to explain her recent absence from public life, telling followers that she needed time to recover both physically and mentally. Biles wrote that the situation was severe enough that she genuinely feared for her life. She expressed gratitude for the medical team that helped her and for the support of her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens, who stayed by her side throughout the crisis.

Fans and fellow athletes have flooded her post with messages of support and relief that she is safe. Biles has been open about mental health struggles in the past, notably stepping back from several events during the Tokyo Olympics to prioritize her well-being. This latest revelation adds another layer to her ongoing journey with health and resilience. While she has not specified the exact nature of the scare, Biles assured her followers that she is now recovering and feeling stronger. She ended the post by thanking everyone for their patience and love, signaling that she will be back when she is ready.