Simone Biles, the decorated Olympic gymnast, recently revealed she had an immediate and unexplainable conviction about her now-husband, NFL safety Jonathan Owens, after their first date in March 2020. The athlete described it as a “random weird feeling,” an intuition so strong she told friends she was going to marry him that very night.
From Dating App to Marriage in Record Time
The couple’s story began on the exclusive dating app Raya, where Biles initiated contact after noticing Owens was in Houston. Their connection quickly blossomed into a public relationship by August 2020, followed by an engagement in February 2022. They formalized their union with two weddings in 2023: a quick courthouse ceremony in Texas and a more elaborate celebration in Mexico. Interestingly, a previously unnoticed detail emerged – Owens was subtly present in the background of photos from a 2019 event where Biles led the Houston Texans onto the field.
Public Scrutiny and Support
The relationship has faced public scrutiny, most notably when Owens suggested in an interview that he was “the catch” and initially didn’t recognize Biles’ fame. The comment sparked backlash, which Biles later described as hurtful, defending her husband against criticism. Owens has since demonstrated unwavering support, even briefly leaving Chicago Bears training camp to attend and witness Biles secure gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Future Plans: Family and Career Choices
Biles is currently taking a break from gymnastics, acknowledging the physical and mental toll of elite competition. She is openly considering the implications of returning to training, particularly how it would impact her family plans. Both she and Owens have expressed a desire to have children, with Owens stating he would fully support any path his future children choose, regardless of athletic pursuits.
A Full-Circle Moment
Biles has relished the opportunity to support Owens at his NFL games, a shift from her own rigorous training schedule. Reflecting on their journey, she emphasizes how far her husband has come in his career, acknowledging a sense of completion from the inexplicable feeling she had on their first date.
The couple’s rapid progression from first date to marriage highlights the power of immediate connection and the strength of their partnership, even amid public scrutiny and demanding careers. Their story is a reminder that sometimes, the strongest bonds are formed on instinct.
