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There's that old saying: in good times, your loved ones will be there when you call... but in the tough times, they'll show up without being asked. For Simone Biles, though, that didn't quite ring true at one of the biggest nights of her year - and people noticed.
The Olympic legend was recently in Madrid, where she received a major honor at the Laureus World Sports Awards. It was a well-deserved moment of celebration after dominating the Paris Olympics with three golds and a silver. But while Simone stood in the spotlight, her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens, was nowhere to be seen.
No Jonathan in sight
His absence raised eyebrows - especially as Simone made her entrance alone, with fans and press lining up to catch a glimpse of the star. She smiled, posed, and handled the moment like a pro. But every now and then, her face told a different story. A little less sparkle. A flicker of discomfort and it didn't go unnoticed.
Simone has been candid about her mental health journey in the past, and honestly, walking into a high-profile event solo - where every camera is pointed at you - sometimes can't be easy. Several fans picked up on her vibe in videos from the night. Even though her family was there, some couldn't help but feel the absence of the one person she likely wanted by her side the most: her husband.
To be clear, Simone was lovely with everyone she met. She wore a stunning black dress and made a gorgeous entrance. But those who know her well (and follow her closely) caught the subtle signs that she might have been missing her person.
Even with a smile, her eyes told a different story
What made the buzz even louder was something Simone said not long after the event. She itted she's still undecided about competing at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Her reasoning is that she wants more time with Jonathan. "My body's aging," she said, adding that she's already lived out many of her dreams in gymnastics. Now, she's thinking about family, going to his games, and just living her life as a woman - not just as an athlete.
That revelation hit differently, especially given his absence at the awards. It left fans wondering: if Simone is so eager to be present for him, where was he on a night that clearly meant so much to her?
No drama, no conclusions - just a lot of questions, a little speculation, and a reminder that even the strongest among us still feel the weight of being alone sometimes.