Simone Biles isn’t letting social media critics explain her friendships for her. After attending Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding, the Olympic gymnastics legend responded directly to a fan who questioned why she was on the guest list.
Her short but confident reply quickly caught fans’ attention and sparked plenty of discussion online.
Biles responds to curious fan
Biles attended the couple’s July 3 wedding at New York City’s Madison Square Garden alongside her husband, Jonathan Owens, sharing photos from the celebration on Instagram.
While many followers complimented her elegant red gown, one commenter questioned her connection to Swift, asking when the two had ever spoken publicly.
Biles answered with a simple message: “Remember this, I only show y’all what I want y’all to know.”
Their friendship isn’t new
Although the pair have largely kept their friendship out of the spotlight, Swift and Biles have publicly supported one another over the years.
During the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials, Biles performed part of her floor routine to Swift’s hit song “…Ready For It?”, prompting Swift to praise the performance on social media.
Mutual admiration
Swift also voiced support for Biles during the 2021 Tokyo Olympics after the gymnast stepped back from several events while dealing with the “twisties.” The singer narrated a special NBC tribute celebrating Biles’ resilience, describing her as “perfectly human.”
Biles later thanked Swift publicly, saying the tribute moved her to tears, while Swift replied that Biles had inspired millions through her strength and honesty.
Keeping friendships private
Biles’ latest response serves as a reminder that not every celebrity friendship unfolds in public view. While fans often assume they know every connection between high-profile stars, many relationships develop away from cameras and social media.
Her comment also reinforced her approach to sharing personal moments, making it clear that followers only see a small part of her private life.
A memorable wedding guest list
Swift and Kelce’s wedding brought together an impressive group of athletes, entertainers and close friends, with Biles and Owens among the many notable guests celebrating the couple’s big day.
As photos from the event continue to surface, Biles’ confident response has become one of the most talked-about moments to emerge from the star-studded celebration.
