Recently, Simone Biles’s biological mother made headlines when she was spotted waiting outside the gymnast’s home, reportedly seeking both forgiveness and financial assistance. This development sheds light on the complex and often painful dynamics within Biles’s family.

Simone Biles, a celebrated gymnast with multiple Olympic gold medals, has shared her challenging upbringing publicly. Raised by her grandparents, Biles’s biological mother, Shanon Biles, struggled with substance abuse and other issues that led to Simone and her siblings being placed in foster care. Simone’s adoptive parents, Ron and Nellie Biles, eventually provided a stable and nurturing environment that helped her become a world-class athlete.

The recent incident involving Shanon Biles highlights the ongoing struggle between Simone and her biologica mọm. Reports suggest that Shanon was seeking forgiveness for past mistakes and financial support, reflecting a desire to reconcile and mend their strained relationship. Such situations are inherently delicate and can evoke a range of emotions for everyone involved.

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For Simone Biles, managing personal and family matters amidst her high-profile career adds another layer of complexity. The gymnast has consistently demonstrated grace and resilience, both in and out of the spotlight. How she chooses to handle this situation is a private matter, but it undeniably adds another chapter to her already remarkable life story.

As the situation unfolds, it’s important for the public and media to approach the matter with empathy and respect for the individuals involved, recognizing the emotional weight such circumstances carry.

Simone Biles’s biological mom speaks out about Olympian’s adoption: ‘I would just ask her to forgive me’

Shanon Biles says she’s hoping Olympian will reach out to her after Paris success.


Shanon Biles, the mother of US gymnast Simone Biles, says she’s hoping her famous daughter can one day forgive her for putting her and her siblings up for adoption.

Biles, 52, was struggling with drug and alcohol addiction at the time, problems that led her children in and out of the foster care system.

“It was hard to give up my kids, but I had to do what I had to do. I wasn’t able to care for them. I was still using and [my father] didn’t want me coming in and out of their lives when I wasn’t right,” Shanon Biles told The Daily Mail.

When Simone Biles was six, she and her sister Adria were adopted by their grandparents, Ronald and Nellie, in Houston, while the future gold medalist’s other siblings went to live with Ronald’s sister in Cleveland.

“I would like to make amends with Simone personally – I’m just waiting for her and [her younger sister] Adria,” Biles added in her interview with the Mail. “I speak to Adria more than I speak to Simone. I would just ask her to forgive me. Can we move forward? Don’t judge me on my past. Let’s move forward.”

Gymnast Simone Biles was adopted when she was 6
Gymnast Simone Biles was adopted when she was 6 (AP)

Shanon Biles, who is now sober and working as a grocery store cashier, said she has Simone Biles’s number but is waiting for her to choose to make contact.

Shanon was not a part of Simone’s recent life events, including her recent wedding, but did host a viewing party in Columbus, Ohio, to watch her daughter’s record-breaking performance at the Paris Olympics.

The Independent has contacted Simone Biles for comment.

The gymnast has credited support from Ronald and Nellie Biles with launching her journey to the Olympics, where she won three gold and one silver medal in Paris this time around.

“If not for my parents and adoption, I wouldn’t be here today,” she told TODAY.