{"id":1013,"date":"2024-11-21T14:56:24","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T14:56:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/momentsunfolded.com\/?p=1013"},"modified":"2024-11-21T14:57:52","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T14:57:52","slug":"simone-biles-27-debuts-new-bob-hairstyle-and-stuns-in-figure-hugging-metallic-dress-at-the-2024-cma-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/momentsunfolded.com\/archives\/1013","title":{"rendered":"Simone Biles, 27, Debuts New Bob Hairstyle and Stuns in Figure-Hugging Metallic Dress at the 2024 CMA Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='\"PostImage_post-image-container__PlDZN' postcontent_thumb-image__ih052>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"' data-testid='\"thumb-image\"'><picture><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' postimage_post-image__xnmzf src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/52d78c2227bdfb6eb54dd33b72dab0cbdb9b851b5f521fdf782a61c9b7787528.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles source: getty images>\n\n<div class='\"PostContent_thumb-title__SoMYI\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles\n<div>\n<div class='\"ContentRenderer_content-container__XYPLT\"' data-io-article-url='\"https:\/\/news.amomama.com\/442141-simone-biles-27-debuts-new-bob-hairstyle.html?m=dob\"'>\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36' contentrenderer_paragraph-first___d_vf>After facing criticism for her &ldquo;fried&rdquo; hair at the Paris Olympics, Simone Biles wowed social media users with a fresh look, though some questioned her outfit choice.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Simone Biles, the seven-time Olympic medalist, shone at the 2024 Country Music Association (CMA) Awards in Nashville on November 20. Her photos online drew mixed reactions from eagle-eyed netizens.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/LE655m7q-BO1IK4nGLzNeB1wnZCPbRlcWJHJRTeVhaM\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vOGMwZWM4NDIzZTQ2NTQ4NzM2ZWRlNGI3ZDJmZTc1MmZmNGE2YmUxOWYyZjU4OTA4ZTg3OTQzODE3ZmVjMjVmNi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MTIyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MzQ3.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/8c0ec8423e46548736ede4b7d2fe752ff4a6be19f2f58908e87943817fec25f6.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"A' netizen comment on simone biles appearance at the annual cma awards posted november source: facebook.com width='\"1224\"' height='\"347\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>A netizen&rsquo;s comment on Simone Biles&rsquo;s appearance at the 58th Annual CMA Awards, posted on November 20, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Before the event, Simone shared an Instagram Story with a photo of herself and a close pal. She wore a beige top, jeans, layered necklaces, and oversized glasses, completing her chic style. &ldquo;okay but wait for the glow up later today [sic],&rdquo; she\u00a0wrote.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/SAeB7E56i8iBTf44hhl3914NdFgNV945KEky_TVp03o\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vODEzYzczZGEzNzVlMDFiNTMxMjMzNzVmNjEzYzQ5YjZmNGUwMTg2OTJkZjA0Nzg5ZDJjZDFhZjgyMzZjMTdmOS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NzQ0JmhlaWdodD0xMzE2.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/813c73da375e01b53123375f613c49b6f4e018692df04789d2cd1af8236c17f9.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles instagram story posted in november source: instagram.com width='\"744\"' height='\"1316\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles&rsquo;s Instagram Story, posted in November 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>That evening, the 27-year-old Olympian stepped onto the red carpet in a shimmering metallic gown that highlighted her elegance and confidence.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>The silver dress, featuring a knotted shoulder strap and an off-the-shoulder sleeve, hugged her athletic frame. She completed the look with stud earrings and a delicate hand chain that highlighted her wedding ring.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/jBKaM2xblRMWsvtvgu5nBCeUvKq0pZ6LWbNgub6_5V4\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYmRkNjRhNjRkNTlmMjFiNDM4Mjc2MWRkYzQ1MGFkMTk3ZDkyMDM0MGIyYmYwYTIwZjIzNDNkZWY0ZTA4MWQ1NC5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MzYwMA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/bdd64a64d59f21b4382761ddc450ad197d920340b2bf0a20f2343def4e081d54.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles attends the cma awards at music city center in nashville on november source: getty images width='\"2400\"' height='\"3600\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles attends the 2024 CMA Awards at Music City Center in Nashville on November 20, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Simone also stepped into the spotlight as one of the\u00a0evening&rsquo;s presenters. She joined an impressive roster of celebrities, including Jeff Bridges, Carly Pearce, and Little Big Town, to celebrate the best in country music.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Later in the evening, Simone surprised fans by changing into a glittering silver power suit, a bold, tailored ensemble that continued the metallic theme.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/efGnm7_DMv68jKUEfrh7W8rUIIaKthJMx56I3oGWS64\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vN2FmNTY3ZjVkZThlNTA4MzExN2IzMDg1ZGE5MGQ1NWNmNGQ3OGQ0OTkwYjYxY2Y5MjFkMDNhNWZhOGI3Y2ZiYi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MzAwMA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/7af567f5de8e5083117b3085da90d55cf4d78d4990b61cf921d03a5fa8b7cfbb.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles attends the annual cma awards in nashville on november source: getty images width='\"2000\"' height='\"3000\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles attends the 58th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on November 20, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Fans quickly took to social media to share their admiration for Simone&rsquo;s CMA appearance. While many admired her look, some\u00a0commented,\u00a0<i class='\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\"'>&ldquo;Beautiful Dress but it doesn&rsquo;t fit!!&rdquo; [sic]\u00a0A second\u00a0speculated,\u00a0<i class='\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\"'>&ldquo;She is going to be a mum!!&rdquo;\u00a0while one observer remarked that her metallic gown\u00a0seemed unflattering.\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/ztGKghYFD0MXR-XW0gkKq5h9VAljAUWaZ_JqHtfz6AM\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNDRiNzVmNjVmM2FhZTYyM2MwMmRlZWFkYjAyY2VjZDUzZjMzOTkzY2JjZGE1ZDJlYTBlYjEyNGZjMDNlOTg3Ny5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NTg4JmhlaWdodD03NDI.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/44b75f65f3aae623c02deeadb02cecd53f33993cbcda5d2ea0eb124fc03e9877.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles attends the annual cma awards in nashville on november source: instagram.com width='\"588\"' height='\"742\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles attends the 58th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on November 20, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Some netizens praised Simone&rsquo;s new locks.\u00a0<i class='\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\"'>&ldquo;I like her new hairstyle, so pretty,&rdquo;\u00a0a fan\u00a0raved, while another\u00a0declared,\u00a0<i class='\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\"'>&ldquo;she is ridiculously beautiful, she can rock any hairstyle!&rdquo;\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/sqYTsm2EUKv-G-E60dnBLL8wlCwrALW0F-Wbz4mLUnM\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYjEwODlmYjcwNDA2Y2Y3MDUxM2YzMjRlMjY5MDVjMTZmOWM2ODM1MDY4MzdmMGIzYTgyYTI4MmY3ZTI5MTVlNi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjI3NiZoZWlnaHQ9MzQxNA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/b1089fb70406cf70513f324e26905c16f9c683506837f0b3a82a282f7e2915e6.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles attends the cma awards in nashville on november source: getty images width='\"2276\"' height='\"3414\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles attends the 2024 CMA Awards in Nashville on November 20, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Another observer focused on her hairstyle, expressing appreciation for her freedom to\u00a0experiment with creative looks\u00a0that reflect her personality and individuality.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/yEFQRlilCNsJrVqN2h0VCerBJPrv1w2rmiYnth5gNME\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNWRlNGVmMjNkOTQyNjI5NDViZjBhYzhjZmQxMzBjODI1ZGM3NTMwYTkxMTMyMzZmYTYzNDRjZWMxZmRkNzkxMS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NTkwJmhlaWdodD03MzY.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/5de4ef23d94262945bf0ac8cfd130c825dc7530a9113236fa6344cec1fdd7911.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles at the annual cma awards in nashville on november source: instagram.com width='\"590\"' height='\"736\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles at the 58th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on November 20, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>An admirer also highlighted how her bob suits her\u00a0post-Olympic lifestyle, allowing her to embrace styles impractical during her competitive career. A different commenter noted how\u00a0stunning Simone looked, while someone else complimented both her\u00a0appearance and performance.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>The renowned gymnast&rsquo;s new bob marked a striking transformation from\u00a0<strong class='\"ContentRenderer_bold__Fo6Iz\"'>the &ldquo;fried&rdquo; hair she dealt with during the 2024 Paris Olympics.\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>During the competition, Simone faced unexpected criticism from netizens about her hair, despite her focus on her journey to gold. The world-renowned gymnast didn&rsquo;t hesitate to respond to her critics.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>A netizen&rsquo;s comment about Simone Biles&rsquo;s hair, posted in July 2024 | Source: X.com\/AshleyNicolee6\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Simone posted a video to her Instagram story, sharing a light-hearted yet\u00a0firm message, &ldquo;don&rsquo;t come for me about my hair [sic].&rdquo;\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/YSx2TM0iq_E3Oc3wClt8ldmw2yQpUtPNgwWluE0NAEg\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMzRlNzZmNTE1OTNjN2VlOGFjNGZlNWI0N2ViYzEwNmI1MTc1OTQ1Y2I5M2I5YjM2OTk3YWM0MWRiMGIwMmU2NC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NzYyJmhlaWdodD0xMzUy.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/34e76f51593c7ee8ac4fe5b47ebc106b5175945cb93b9b36997ac41db0b02e64.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles message to her critics posted on instagram stories in july source: width='\"762\"' height='\"1352\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles&rsquo;s message to her critics, posted on Instagram Stories in July 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Seated on a bus and dealing with soaring temperatures, Simone\u00a0explained, &ldquo;IT WAS DONE but bus has NO AC &amp; it&rsquo;s like 9,0000 degrees.&rdquo; She\u00a0added, &ldquo;oh &amp; a 45 min ride [sic].&rdquo;\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/S4G8UoJCORFiYw35waG1PZCVcfzlIXwjW4NtJNidu_k\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vOGI3ODk0MjFhZWM3NzhhZDk3MDQyOTY4MDMwODcyZmQ2OTNjM2Y0ZTQ5MDZiMDMzMTEwMWI1OWM5MDk0Nzk1Yi5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NzYyJmhlaWdodD0xMzUy.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/8b789421aec778ad97042968030872fd693c3f4e4906b0331101b59c9094795b.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles message to her critics posted on instagram stories in july source: width='\"762\"' height='\"1352\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles&rsquo;s message to her critics, posted on Instagram Stories in July 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Simone was more direct in another post,\u00a0stating, &ldquo;gonna hold your hand when I say this&hellip;next time you wanna comment on a black girls hair. JUST DON&rsquo;T [sic].&rdquo; Her statement led to various reactions on social media.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/ZDoYvTOKcKKsopbK_94dAMmiOnazD_IfjR5Oq2XuGRc\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vOGM0N2Q1NjAyYzY4MzEyNmExZTQyZmZiYTU3YzQ0MDlkYTBjMWRmMGY4YjI2OTJkNWYyODUyMTJkOWRlMzc0Ni5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NzYyJmhlaWdodD0xMzUy.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/8c47d5602c683126a1e42ffba57c4409da0c1df0f8b2692d5f285212d9de3746.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles message to her critics posted on instagram stories in july source: width='\"762\"' height='\"1352\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles&rsquo;s message to her critics, posted on Instagram Stories in July 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>One viewer expressed frustration, criticizing Simone&rsquo;s hair for\u00a0appearing less polished compared to her teammates.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Another\u00a0echoed\u00a0this viewpoint, albeit with a hint of concern,\u00a0<i class='\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\"'>&ldquo;Her hair looks broke off , fried, and unhealthy. I don\u2019t think anyone is trying to be mean , if anything it&rsquo;s black women giving advice . She is the best gymnast ever and she has the means to attain healthy hair . Why not look and be your best simultaneously [sic]?&rdquo;\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Despite the critique, some fans expressed their admiration for Simone, with one noting they\u00a0still loved her\u00a0and wished her success.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/bqJ8q6KPCgQE7MlHU78mXXgvBZwqCcJaSUWBtQtykeY\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNjg4YTRhMzFlMTRhY2Y1OTc2OGRiNWRkNzNjZTg5ZjdlNWU2MTMyMzVhMjljNTYyNGYzNmRkZGE2NTUzOTI0Mi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjY2Nw.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/688a4a31e14acf59768db5dd73ce89f7e5e613235a29c5624f36ddda65539242.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles reacts after her balance beam routine at the paris olympics on july source: getty images width='\"4000\"' height='\"2667\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles reacts after her balance beam routine at the Paris 2024 Olympics on July 28, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Many defended Simone, emphasizing the\u00a0physical demands\u00a0of her sport and dismissing criticism of her hair as unfair and irrelevant.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/qNZFOQI34Gu6EHL9eEA8-joNFk80eoZ5CMQ75FRbNuk\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMmU5ZDU2MmM2MGRkNDAxMWJkNDZlNzQ5ZTgwNWU3MGUwYWY2ZTBmOWQ4YzgyOGI2OGNhMDc5NjkwNjEzNTY1NS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjY2Nw.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/2e9d562c60dd4011bd46e749e805e70e0af6e0f9d8c828b68ca0796906135655.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles competes on the balance beam at paris olympics july source: getty images width='\"4000\"' height='\"2667\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles competes on the balance beam at the Paris 2024 Olympics on July 28, 2024.\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>One commenter supported Simone, urging women to\u00a0stop criticizing hairstyles\u00a0and pointing out that frizz from humidity is a common experience.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/6gdfWBI5qC2P_zWSerJn69jMe1Lni6LZyZtf1Nj_6H0\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzYyOGE4ZDQ0MGJlNTk2MTFlNWQxMjliZDNlNDUwZGRiMWI4MTQxZGY5ZGQ1ZGMzNzZjZjA5ZjBmYTg2NDcwYy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MzU3MCZoZWlnaHQ9MjM4MA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/c628a8d440be59611e5d129bd3e450ddb1b8141df9dd5dc376cf09f0fa86470c.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles reacts during the gymnastics all-around qualification on balance beam at paris olympics july source: getty images width='\"3570\"' height='\"2380\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles reacts during the gymnastics all-around qualification on the balance beam at the Paris 2024 Olympics on July 28, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Despite the online comments about her hair, Simone remained focused and led her team to victory in the competition. She led Team USA to a stunning win in the women&rsquo;s gymnastics team final, securing a total score of 171.296.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>The team&rsquo;s win marks the\u00a0fourth gold\u00a0for the U.S., following their triumphs in 1996, 2012, and 2016. Italy claimed silver with a score of 165.494, while Brazil took bronze with 164.497, marking their first medal in this category.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/H0YR2PGFr4geGEVAcJ-nYhL6jlwAjfNlm65Vs5kuRh4\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzRhMjc4NjE3NDYyMzkyYzY1YTQ4MmE4MzA4MDdjZTgxOGVhNjA0ZTMwMjYzMGEyYjEwYzJhMzI0MGRmNTU0NS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYwMA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/c4a278617462392c65a482a830807ce818ea604e302630a2b10c2a3240df5545.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Gold' medalists simone biles jade carey jordan chiles sunisa lee and hezly rivera celebrate on the podium during artistic gymnastics women team final at paris olympics july source: getty images width='\"2400\"' height='\"1600\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Gold medalists Simone Biles, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, Sunisa Lee, and Hezly Rivera celebrate on the podium during the Artistic Gymnastics Women&rsquo;s Team Final at the Paris 2024 Olympics on July 30, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Throughout the Olympics, Simone showcased simple yet striking hairstyles, often opting for a hair bun that highlighted her versatility and style. In one photo, she wore her hair in a high bun with cascading strands, secured with hairpins.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/OVpep934VroHug6XRm2l2w8XDcc98SURkokR-XQWtwU\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYThhYWFmZmYwYmYxNTAyNDE4NmJmMGRlYjdkNGQ4ZmRlNTg3MGNjMjdmYWU5MjI0ZjMzYmIxMzY5NmYxNzNmYi5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MzYzMSZoZWlnaHQ9MjQyMQ.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/a8aaafff0bf15024186bf0deb7d4d8fde5870cc27fae9224f33bb13696f173fb.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles looks on before her balance beam routine during the women artistic gymnastics qualification at paris olympics july source: getty images width='\"3631\"' height='\"2421\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles looks on before her balance beam routine during the Women&rsquo;s Artistic Gymnastics Qualification at the Paris 2024 Olympics on July 28, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>In another photo, Simone sported small braids running from the front to the back, which seamlessly blended into her high, messy bun. It appears she braided her hair before styling it into a bun.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/Vm6fUqAqt-AE_ZeAGVyTDq5HxGlchVyjsAseYu9MzJo\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNTdkZGY0NzU2ZDI3YjMyNzM1YWE5NDk4NDU1ZWZlMmYxYmYyNTgyMGRhOTY5YzhkYjNkNmNjMTZiNmY0MmE5Ni5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjY2Nw.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/57ddf4756d27b32735aa9498455efe2f1bf25820da969c8db3d6cc16b6f42a96.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles looks on during the paris olympics at bercy arena july source: getty images width='\"4000\"' height='\"2667\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles looks on during the 2024 Paris Olympics at Bercy Arena on July 28, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>In another picture, Simone opted for a more casual look, wearing a simple messy bun with some strands left loose for a relaxed appearance. She kept the style natural, without adding any hairpins.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/5MIPbS1uDEGmbfCcSXSnDoXpSfrubdeVkKwDm8Z3XbM\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNWI4ZDhiYzAzYWU3ZWZiZTU4ZTFmOTdiYmI5NGU2ZDRiZTBkYmJlNzY5OGNmMzhiYTU5MWM5N2U1NTEwZDM3MS5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MjQwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MTYwMA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/5b8d8bc03ae7efbe58e1f97bbb94e6d4be0dbbe7698cf38ba591c97e5510d371.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles prepares for the uneven bars during artistic gymnastics women team final at paris olympics on july source: getty images width='\"2400\"' height='\"1600\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles prepares for the uneven bars during the Artistic Gymnastics Women&rsquo;s Team Final at the 2024 Paris Olympics on July 30, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Reflecting on the team&rsquo;s achievement, Simone expressed her joy,\u00a0saying, &ldquo;It feels amazing. We love it, we&rsquo;re excited&hellip;We got the job done.&rdquo;\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/LpOGB7X2eFk7fQLsT88cIZfDjq2qOQ49lGSGFPYNDng\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMDJkNTUwMTFiMWFlOWFmZDkzNjJmMTM5ZWZkMGJlMDVhNzYwOGY4NTk2M2QxMWMyZDNkNzMzNjhjNmI2Y2MwNy5qcGc_d2lkdGg9NDgxOCZoZWlnaHQ9MzM5MQ.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/02d55011b1ae9afd9362f139efd0be05a7608f85963d11c2d3d73368c6b6cc07.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles waves as she celebrates the gold medal win after artistic gymnastics women team final at paris olympics on july source: getty images width='\"4818\"' height='\"3391\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles waves as she celebrates the gold medal win after the Artistic Gymnastics Women&rsquo;s Team Final at the 2024 Paris Olympics on July 30, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>On Instagram, Simone also shared a photo of her team celebrating their win, happily holding the American flag. &ldquo;lack of talent, lazy, olympic champions \u2764\ufe0f\ud83e\udd47\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 [sic],&rdquo; she\u00a0captioned\u00a0her post.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Her response and outstanding performance remind us that her athletic prowess far outweighs any superficial judgments, particularly those concerning her hair.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Simone&rsquo;s hairstyles have always been a part of her public persona, and now they are\u00a0<strong class='\"ContentRenderer_bold__Fo6Iz\"'>featured in a Netflix documentary &ldquo;Simone Biles: Rising.&rdquo;\u00a0The documentary delves into her journey, including a look at her hair braiding routine.\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Collaborating with streaming powerhouse Netflix and Emmy-winning director Katie Walsh, the first season of Simone&rsquo;s\u00a0life documentary\u00a0has hit TV screens. Breaking down the fourth wall, Katie has revealed the story behind certain elements featured in the project.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/iKL0SBFDEF5iBsTzbLm_6KdEXFrFPQslOC4GFRAFG_o\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vODIwZjdjYmM5MzY3Yjg5MGEzMzUwYTk4MGIwNmUxMTA4YmI2NjJkNDIyNmIzMTRhZDk4YjIwZGYwMzc0YjFjOC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NDE4JmhlaWdodD03NTE.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/820f7cbc9367b890a3350a980b06e1108bb662d4226b314ad98b20df0374b1c8.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles from clips of biles: rising posted on july source: instagram width='\"418\"' height='\"751\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles from clips of &ldquo;Simone Biles: Rising,&rdquo; posted on July 16, 2024 | Source: Instagram\/netflix\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>According to the description on Netflix, &ldquo;Simone Biles: Rising&rdquo; followed the young talent as she &ldquo;balances her personal life, mental health journey and training ahead of a highly anticipated return to the Olympics.&rdquo;\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/lY-BbvDervol0cXeibsVYmKLKCu8HVejptPQgTmw9TA\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vM2U1NTg1YjI0NThlYmQyODk1MWI1MmRhNDg5YzI4Njc2MjQ2NzQxZTU0ZjVhZjdhYzZlMmI1MDI3ZDk3ODRlYS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NDIyJmhlaWdodD03NTU.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/3e5585b2458ebd28951b52da489c28676246741e54f5af7ac6e2b5027d9784ea.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles from clips of biles: rising posted on july source: instagram width='\"422\"' height='\"755\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles from clips of &ldquo;Simone Biles: Rising,&rdquo; posted on July 16, 2024 | Source: Instagram\/netflix\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>The trailer gave viewers a preview of the documentary, starting with an interview where Simone talked about the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics. It then showcased clips of her incredible gymnastics skills.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/NdVxQMBe4l-yTv07GTbunbmPiRAeDFn4qWCjb5wfzGM\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vN2ZlOTQwNmUyYjM4NTBkZjgwNzc3Y2I0YThmNzgxNWU5YjJkNzMwN2I2MTU4MDgxZGU3YTc0OTViODhiMmY1NS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NDE4JmhlaWdodD03NTY.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/7fe9406e2b3850df80777cb4a8f7815e9b2d7307b6158081de7a7495b88b2f55.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles from clips of biles: rising posted on july source: instagram width='\"418\"' height='\"756\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles from clips of &ldquo;Simone Biles: Rising,&rdquo; posted on July 16, 2024 | Source: Instagram\/netflix\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Shifting the mood, the trailer transitioned to the infamous moment when Simone left the competition before transitioning to her addressing that incident and other battles she had faced.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/S2Gx9u7EnPdzKRlN13Eb3DFjtfqRMTkIYekAolZzPqw\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZmZhZTQ3ZTI3YTU3ZGYzNTYyYTczN2Y3YTQ2YjQ1YzM0YTUzNzA3YjM1OWU4Y2I5NTUzNDkzYzk2NmU5YjYwNS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NDIwJmhlaWdodD03NTM.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/ffae47e27a57df3562a737f7a46b45c34a53707b359e8cb9553493c966e9b605.png%5C%22" alt='\"A' clip of simone biles crying from her netflix documentary posted on july source: instagram width='\"420\"' height='\"753\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>A clip of Simone Biles crying from her Netflix documentary posted on July 16, 2024 | Source: Instagram\/netflix\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>At one point, she even revealed how she considered quitting gymnastics altogether, but her loved ones encouraged her to keep fighting.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>The documentary featured\u00a0two parts. The first, &ldquo;Write Me Down in History,&rdquo; covered the initial stages of Simone preparing for her comeback, reflecting on internal battles and the enormous pressure she faced after the Tokyo Championships. The second episode, &ldquo;I Will Not Be Broken,&rdquo; spotlighted Simone at the World Championships.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g' image_wrapper-vertical__pwzar>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/n95pIvnuLTchLNpn5ymbJuWkpT0WtCDRBkmS40VqagM\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vYzgzMjIxZjA1YjBlYjMyYjg3MzQ1NjExODNlMjU2NzYxYTAwNzdiYmUxMmEwNDkwZDE3ZmJiZWQwMmMwMjAzMS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NDE5JmhlaWdodD03NTQ.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/c83221f05b0eb32b8734561183e256761a0077bbe12a0490d17fbbed02c02031.png%5C%22" alt='\"Simone' biles from clips of biles: rising posted on july source: instagram width='\"419\"' height='\"754\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Simone Biles from clips of &ldquo;Simone Biles: Rising,&rdquo; posted on July 16, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>&ldquo;But as she looks toward Paris, experiences from the past are shaping how she thinks about the future,&rdquo;\u00a0reads\u00a0the end of the episode&rsquo;s plot line. Since its release,\u00a0Netflix has shared clips from the episodes on various platforms such as Facebook and YouTube.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Standout footage from the documentary scenes showed Simone&rsquo;s doting mother, Nellie Biles,\u00a0doing her daughter&rsquo;s hair. In this clip, Simone sat at a wooden table while Nellie tended to her hair.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/MX53EFu7U5eI6hd8FtO7MC1-GNVUHEZTOufzNKejVt0\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzQ2Y2QwNjdlYThiN2I2MGY4YjcwNTMxNzMxYjc5M2Q0ZWIyYjZkYWQ5NGM1ZGE3NjgwZDE1ZWY2NGJmOGQ3Yy5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTQyNyZoZWlnaHQ9Nzc3.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/746cd067ea8b7b60f8b70531731b793d4eb2b6dad94c5da7680d15ef64bf8d7c.png%5C%22" alt='\"Nellie' biles doing simone hair posted on july source: youtube width='\"1427\"' height='\"777\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Nellie Biles doing Simone Biles&rsquo;s hair, posted on July 15, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>As Nellie explained how Simone could style her hair \u2014 presumably for an event \u2014 she used her hands to mark distinctive lines where she could braid it. Simone then\u00a0said\u00a0in the clip, &ldquo;Well, you can just do one at the top.&rdquo;\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/wdKXEbhw5qGVBEdWrVAPaJVRsMj5EVgWaMa0-tw0GdM\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNTFiNDFhNDAxYjNiZjlhOWIwZGMxNzZhNmY5OTYyZGI1MjE4YzdmZTNjZWE2OGQ4MmY5NzdhNTc4ZGU4ZDMzMi5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NjI5JmhlaWdodD01Mjk.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/51b41a401b3bf9a9b0dc176a6f9962db5218c7fe3cea68d82f977a578de8d332.png%5C%22" alt='\"Nellie' biles doing simone hair posted on july source: youtube width='\"629\"' height='\"529\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Nellie Biles doing Simone Biles&rsquo; hair, posted on July 15, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"adv\"'>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advintextbuilder_slot-wrapper___oz3g>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advslots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf advslots_adv-square-wrap__bxsu_>\n<div class='\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\"' data-slot-type='\"1\"' data-position='\"in_article_4\"' data-code='\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_04\"'>\n<div id='\"in_article_4-15\"' class='\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"'>\n<div id='\"google_ads_iframe_\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_04_4__container__\"'>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Nellie then confirmed her daughter&rsquo;s request,\u00a0adding, &ldquo;And then the one in the back,&rdquo; before grabbing a hair comb to get started. The video then showed Nellie braiding Simone&rsquo;s hair.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/Rqt_EJZ-YP4v9AmNk-UsGs1CnDRmd1xI50lZiPGO1GA\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMDQwZmZjNDMyNDNmMTM3Y2Y5MDlmNDY5YzE3MjE1MmI0ZTc3NDllZjA1YjU5NmMzYmU2MTljMTBiOGVkZjc4YS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTI5MyZoZWlnaHQ9Nzgw.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/040ffc43243f137cf909f469c172152b4e7749ef05b596c3be619c10b8edf78a.png%5C%22" alt='\"Nellie' biles doing simone hair posted on july source: youtube width='\"1293\"' height='\"780\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Nellie Biles doing Simone Biles&rsquo;s hair, posted on July 15, 2024\n\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Sitting down with the hosts of GymCastic on July 21, Katie\u00a0unpacked the narrative\u00a0behind that special moment. After being asked by co-host Jessica O&rsquo;Beirne to talk about the hair braiding, Katie began by explaining how the filming process worked.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>The documentary was greenlit four days before the 2023 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Antwerp, Belgium.\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_container__oHMMQ\"'>\n<div class='\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"'><picture><source srcset='\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/PPhVSOliXU1eddOYjYxryoJa8d2HnmATxtE3nybUhYg\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNDgyOTVmODhhNDRmMmJlOWEzZTkxYWZjMGVlOTUxM2E4NGI3NjEyNGU1MjBmMDkzZTNjNzQyNGIwMmM1OGFlZi5wbmc_d2lkdGg9NzA2JmhlaWdodD00MzA.jpg' type='\"image\/jpeg\"' sizes='\"(max-width:'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"Image_image__11E9V' image_post-image__qntn0 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/cdn.amomama.com%5C/48295f88a44f2be9a3e91afc0ee9513a84b76124e520f093e3c7424b02c58aef.png%5C%22" alt='\"Katie' walsh explaining the hair braiding scene from biles: rising posted on july source: youtube width='\"706\"' height='\"430\"'>\n\n<p class='\"Image_title__T6_we\"' data-testid='\"image-source\"'>Katie Walsh explaining the hair braiding scene from &ldquo;Simone Biles: Rising,&rdquo; posted on July 21, 2024 | Source: YouTube\/GymCastic\n\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"adv\"'>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advintextbuilder_slot-wrapper___oz3g>\n<div class='\"Ad-Container' advslots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf advslots_adv-square-wrap__bxsu_>\n<div class='\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\"' data-slot-type='\"1\"' data-position='\"in_article_1\"' data-code='\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_01\"'>\n<div id='\"in_article_1-16\"' class='\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"' data-google-query-id='\"CPaB6v3V7YkDFWyxOgUd8wEGgg\"'>\n<div id='\"google_ads_iframe_\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_01_5__container__\"'>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>She shared how although the production team was allowed to film with Simone, they were not allowed to film in her hotel room. This was due to strict rules and regulations from the United States of America Gymnastics (USAG) sports federation.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>&ldquo;So, what we worked out was, there was like a conference room area to this hotel [&hellip;] and we could only film within the confines of this like, you know 5 by 9 room [&hellip;] So we would kind of bring things into that space. So Nellie would come and braid Simone&rsquo;s hair there,&rdquo; Katie\u00a0said.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>Continuing, Katie\u00a0disclosed, &ldquo;Nellie could go to Simone&rsquo;s hotel room, but we couldn&rsquo;t, so they would work with us and come to that other spot.&rdquo; Reactions to seeing Simone having her hair braided by her mom were heartfelt, with many noting how touched they were by the sentimental moment.\n\n</p><div>\n<p class='\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\"'>On stage, on the red carpet, and in competition,\u00a0Simone Biles\u00a0inspires as a resilient, stylish, and graceful icon, proving she&rsquo;s unstoppable in all she does.\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Simone Biles After facing criticism for her &ldquo;fried&rdquo; hair at the Paris Olympics, Simone Biles wowed social media users with a fresh look, though some questioned her outfit choice. Simone Biles, the seven-time Olympic medalist, shone at the 2024 Country Music Association (CMA) Awards in Nashville on November 20. 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