Simone Biles hits back at criticism of vacation after medical emergency

23 Jun 2026 • 7:24 AM MYT
The Independent
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Simone Biles hits back at criticism of vacation after medical emergency

  • Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles recently revealed she experienced a serious, life-threatening medical emergency, calling it one of the scariest experiences of her life.
  • Shortly after the incident, Biles shared photos on Instagram from a vacation to Belize with her husband, NFL star Jonathan Owens, captioning them “Relaxing in paradise.”
  • She received online criticism for vacationing so soon after her near-death experience, with some commenters questioning her actions.
  • Biles responded to the criticism, explaining that the trip was essential for her healing process and helped her appreciate life after the 'life changing experience.'
  • While she has discussed the emotional impact and recovery, Biles has not yet disclosed the specific cause of the medical scare

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