Simone Biles, the seven-time Olympic medallist gymnast, is a name analogous to gymnastics. Simone is the most decorated gymnast in the world and carries a cheerful, sweet, and expressive demeanor despite her struggles and painful past.

Shannon, her biological mother, fell prey to drug abuse. As a result, Simone and her sister had to spend their early childhood in foster care.?Biles?was adopted by her maternal grandparents, who she still calls mom and dad. In a video interview in 2020, Biles? mother spoke about what she felt about being criticized for her past drug abuse.

Simone’s mother, Shannon, makes a plea

Shannon?s journey through rehabilitation wasn?t easy, but she made it through. Although she is over and done with drug abuse, her past still haunts her. The news of her drug abuse angered Simone?s fans, leading to an outburst of criticism and defaming her character.

In an interview, Biles’ mother?said,??I?ve gotten better and life goes on. And that?s my past and that?s where it should be left at; the past,?

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Besides, Shannon also spoke about her father, who revealed her past drug abuse. She said, “I am his firstborn. You know.. I mean…He could have been a little bit more classy with it.”?She added, “He didn’t have to put me under bust like that.”?

Her words indicated embarrassment, helplessness, and regret. However, she moved on and appealed to leave the past in the past.

Simone Biles makes her mother proud

In the same interview, when Shannon was asked about Simone, she expressed joy and pride in her achievements. She said,??I am speechless. It’s priceless.??Simone’s mother also recalled her memories of being invited to Biles? first championship event win in 2014.?

The proud mother went further down memory lane and recalled going on a cruise together in 2009. She said,??It was like a family reunion.? Her mother continued, ?I speak with her when I can. She is very busy.? ?I just wanna say I love you, Simone. I am so proud of you.??she ended emotionally.

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Simone Biles, regarded as the G.O.A.T of gymnastics, has made the entire country proud of her magnificent accomplishments and also by becoming the youngest recipient of the President?s Medal of Freedom.