Fan mail address
Simone Biles
Octagon
290 Harbor Drive
Stamford, CT 06902
USA
Fan mail address
Octagon
(Sports Management Company)
290 Harbor Drive
Stamford, CT 06902
USA
Phone: (203) 354-7400
Simone Biles, born March 14, 1997, in Columbus, Ohio, is widely recognized as one of the greatest gymnasts in history. Her extraordinary career has transformed the sport of gymnastics, marked by her incredible athleticism, innovative skills, and steadfast determination. A four-time Olympic gold medalist and 25-time World Championship medalist, Biles has set records that redefine what is possible in gymnastics, becoming an inspiration to millions worldwide through her talent, resilience, and advocacy for mental health.
Raised in Spring, Texas, Biles grew up in a close-knit family after being adopted by her maternal grandfather, Ron Biles, and his wife, Nellie, due to her birth mother’s struggles with substance abuse. Simone’s athletic journey began at age six during a daycare field trip to a gymnastics gym, where her natural talent was immediately evident. Soon, she started training intensively, and by the time she was a teenager, she was already considered a prodigy. Her extraordinary talent, combined with her relentless work ethic, led her to train under renowned coaches Aimee Boorman and later Laurent Landi and Cecile Canqueteau-Landi, who have been instrumental in honing her unique style and pushing her boundaries.
Biles’ international breakthrough came at the 2013 World Championships in Antwerp, Belgium, where she became the first African American woman to win the all-around world title. Her victory solidified her as a rising star, and she continued to dominate the sport in subsequent years. Known for her unmatched power, precision, and innovative moves, Biles soon introduced a series of groundbreaking skills, including the eponymous “Biles” elements—skills so challenging they were named after her in the gymnastics Code of Points. Among her signature moves are the double layout with a half-twist on the floor (Biles I), the triple-double on the floor (Biles II), and the double-twisting double somersault on the beam, which all demonstrate her unparalleled technical prowess.
