Stephen Nedoroscik’s story began at the Sterling Academy of Gymnastics, Massachusetts. He was just a goofy little boy, who would play with the equipment, get in trouble sometimes, but have fun in the gym. Well, this kid, affectionately known as the pommel horse guy, grew up to help Team USA make history. He played an important part in Team USA grabbing a bronze in the men’s team event in the 2024 Paris Olympics— something that hasn’t happened since 2008. So we aren’t surprised that the 25-year-old has big opportunities knocking on his door!

He joined the cast of Dancing with the Stars. He and his dancing partner Rylee Arnold made quite an impression on the September 17 episode, scoring 21 out of 30 for their energetic jive routine to Queen’s “Don’t Stop Me Now.”

At that time, dressed in a short-sleeved black-and-white striped shirt and black pants, Nedoroscik really brought his A-game. However, we now have a heartwarming story pertaining to the costume he wore for his performance. On September 22, Arnold took to Instagram and revealed, “Steve’s original jive shirt was a little long, so we had to cut the sleeve because I wanted it to be short-sleeve. So, Steve asked the costume people to let him keep what they cut off for who?”

Nedoroscik responded, “For my grandma!”

“She’s a big fan of the show. It was kind of her dream that I was on it.”

Well, Arnold couldn’t hold back her amazement, exclaiming, “Oh my god! I cried; that’s so cute!” Her post quickly gained traction; Especially as fans were already buzzing about Nedoroscik’s impressive dance routine. He is the first male gymnast to ever go on the show, which made his debut truly iconic!

Stephen Nedoroscik captured hearts with his gymnast-turned-dancer charm!

Well, fans couldn’t stop gushing about the love he has for his grandmother. “The way he said ‘for my grandma’ was so pure hahaha love him!”

But this wasn’t Nedoroscik’s first funny moment in the spotlight. He made quite an impression in Paris. As a specialist for the USA men’s gymnastics team, Nedoroscik was there to compete in just one event: the pommel horse. Just before his big moment in the team all-around final, cameras caught him seemingly taking a quick nap on the sidelines, which was considered a funny moment. But when it was time to shine, he ditched the glasses and executed a near-perfect routine that clinched a bronze medal for Team USA.

• “Somebody needs to tag the green flag guy in this, it’s too precious.”
• “Well apparently Steve’s girlfriend thinks he’s a huge Green Flag. Now the world knows! 🤣🤙🏻.”

This charm is probably a big reason he’s been happily dating Tess McCracken for the past eight years. Their love story sounds like something out of a teen rom-com, starting back in the summer of 2017, when they both began their freshman years at Pennsylvania State University. With a shared love for gymnastics, their connection was practically instant.

They continued to grow closer throughout college, even when McCracken decided to step back from gymnastics in 2020 while Nedoroscik pursued his athletic dreams. Eventually, they settled down in Sarasota, Florida, to support his full-time training. The couple often shares adorable moments on social media, and McCracken’s support was especially clear when she cheered him on at the Olympics.

Another fan stated, “I’m sure many of us are protecting Stephen at all costs! He’s not only an American treasure but an American sweetheart! This partnership is great!”

One more chimed in, writing, “He needs to be a superhero character with brains and the best personality ever.” It’s no surprise that Stephen Nedoroscik has earned the nickname “Superman.”

The nickname fits perfectly. Off the mat, he wears those thick-rimmed glasses because of a condition that makes his eyes cross. But just like Clark Kent, who seems mild-mannered until it’s time to save the day, Nedoroscik transforms the second he steps up to the pommel horse. like he did in the Paris Olympics.

The glasses come off, and suddenly, he’s a powerhouse, delivering jaw-dropping performances that leave everyone in awe. It’s that ‘nerd-to-hero’ switch that’s earned him his superhero status in gymnastics. And with each performance and sweet gestures, he just keeps proving why the nickname suits him so well.