This Sunday, July 28, the Accor Arena in Bercy was the venue for the gymnastics events of the Paris 2024 Olympics. These were marked by the presence of numerous celebrities and the dazzling performance of Simone Biles. After a spectacular opening ceremony on Friday, July 26, the competitions began with great fanfare.
Among the personalities who came to watch the events were Anna Wintour, Ariana Grande, Snoop Dogg, Nina Dobrev, as well as Lady Gaga, accompanied by her partner, Michael Polansky. Tom Cruise, who had been honored the day before by the Minister of Culture, Rachida Dati, was also present, as were Jessica Chastain and her husband Gian Luca Passi de Preposulo.
However, the true star of the day was Simone Biles. Returning after her disappointment at the Tokyo 2020 Games, the 27-year-old gymnast dazzled the audience with her performances on the beam and floor. Her talent and resilience captivated the spectators, notably Tom Cruise, moved to tears, and Lady Gaga, who shared her exploits on Instagram.
Simone Biles will be back this Tuesday, July 30, for the team finals, continuing to push the limits of her sport with 37 world and Olympic medals to her name, including 27 gold. Her husband, Jonathan Owens, was also present to support her. Biles continues to inspire and dominate the global stage, honoring her status as a living legend of gymnastics.
Born on March 14, 1997, in Columbus, Ohio, Simone Biles was raised by her maternal grandparents who adopted her at a very young age. She began gymnastics at the age of six and quickly joined an elite training center. Biles distinguished herself from her first world championships in 2013, winning four medals, including two gold.
With a career marked by records and distinctions, she is often considered the greatest gymnast of all time. In addition to her sporting achievements, Biles is also known for her advocacy for athletes’ mental health and her courage in speaking openly about her own challenges.