Simone Biles, the gymnastics G.O.A.T., got engaged to the NFL star, Jonathan Owens in February earlier this year. Although the wedding date is not revealed yet, her posts on her social media handles suggest that her marriage is around the corner. Fans are swift to respond to the tweets and the comments that follow. And a particular opinion advising Simone on her choice created a tremendous uproar among the fans.
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Simone Biles is more than just a name. Biles’ contribution and achievements in the sport have inspired thousands of aspirants to do the extraordinary. In a post about her future, a Twitter user attempted to intervene in her interests.
Simone Biles embraces ‘Owens’, and receives mixed reactions
With each passing day, fans are getting more excited about witnessing the adorable couple, Biles and Owens’ say the ‘I dos.’ Her latest tweet features four dreamy pictures of the couple dressed in a white and whitish shade of blue with a caption, “THE future Owens.” While thousands of fans adored the post, a particular comment on patriarchy started a discussion. “Please keep your last name, don’t let the patriarchy win”
Please keep your last name, don't let the patriarchy win ❤️
— 🤸♀️ (@pikedgienger) November 21, 2022
One user stressed that it is “HER” choice and recommended not imposing her ideas on Biles.
If she wants to take his name that is HER choice. Go push your agenda on someone else and leave her alone please.
— Shey (@Mz_Shey) November 21, 2022
Leave her alone it’s her decision not yours
— iamimanshantelle (@iman_shantelle) November 21, 2022
While another user gave a take on the Tweet indicating that patriarchy already exists, whether she changes the name or not.
She probably already has a man’s surname. The patriarchy keeps patriarching regardless.
— heidi (@ldner) November 21, 2022
However, there are also humble and sweet requests asking the Olympian gymnast to retain her name.
Queen, your last name is power and evokes awe and mad respect just at the sound. Please keep it.
— Lisa the Brazen Hussy (@LisaM1169) November 21, 2022
beautiful, gorgeous, incredible, & he should have to take your name because of your absolute icon status
— kreider choir (@reallysmallfry) November 21, 2022
On the other hand, are thousands of fans wishing Simone a beautiful life with her love, Owens. A fan wrote, “Congrats in all your endeavors, the future Owens !!!”
Biles’ family and support system
The Houston native lived in foster care until her maternal grandparents, Ron and Nellie, adopted her in her early childhood. ‘Mom and dad’, as she refers to them, have played an instrumental role in defining her career and life. Her adopted father, Ron, ensured all her needs are taken care of just as a biological parent would do.
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Another prominent male in her life is Jonathan Owens. It didn’t take a long time before they discovered they were made for each other. Owens has been extremely appreciative and supportive of Biles’ decisions and choices.
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Watch This Story: Relive the unseen images of Olympic medalist Simone Biles with her loving family.
It is undeniable that typical patriarchy is absent in Biles’ life. Will Biles give her a take on patriarchy? Share in the comments.