Quincy Wilson is, justifiably, a national celebrity right now. At just 16, he snagged Olympic gold in the men’s 4x400m relay at the 2024 Paris Games, running alongside seasoned pros like Rai Benjamin and Vernon Norwood. As the youngest track star to pull off this feat, Quincy’s been soaking up the fame ever since. While the teenager is still coming to terms with the fact that he will have to go back to school soon, it looks like Quincy is now getting used to rubbing shoulders with other national icons.

Retired football safety Ryan Clark took to Instagram about an hour ago, where the track athlete can be seen interacting with 24-time Grammy-winning rapper Jay-Z. The two crossed paths at a party where Clark introduced Wilson to Beyonce’s husband, and the celebrity singer shook hands with the young Turk and exchanged a few words.

Ahead of the 33rd Olympic Games, Wilson made breaking records an almost weekly activity. Setting the U18 men’s 400m world record multiple times in the weeks before the Parisian tournament, the high schooler showed he’s more than capable of going toe-to-toe with the big boys on the grand stage. While he didn’t get to secure his spot in the national team in the individual event, Wilson was called up for the relay duties after Benjamin asserted that the former’s display of grit at the US Team Trials was nothing but spectacular.

Understandably, when Quincy was given the chance to run the relay at the Olympics, he made sure to showcase his salt yet again and didn’t look to be out of his comfort zone. In Heat 1, Team US finished behind Botswana and Britain to secure its place in the final, with Quincy running the first leg. Wilson didn’t get to compete in the finals, but displayed his mettle vigorously in the heats, which ensured his gold by extension.

With that, the Bullis High student-athlete also became the youngest US track and field Olympic gold medalist in history. Naturally, his accolades have sent a wave across the nation and even Jay-Z looks smitten. And so were the fans about the singer and sprinter crossing paths.

Quincy Wilson’s fans are going ga-ga over the star’s latest acquaintance

The instance was an emphatic moment for the track and field community, seeing one of their own being lauded by one of the biggest stars in the world. Amy Palcic was having a hard time conceiving the thought of what the two might have talked about and her excitement was highlighted by her comment, “What a moment!”

“They young dude is having the summer of his life!!!” commented Jay, evidently elated to see the young one getting acknowledged by international stars from all walks of life, from LeBron James and Coco Gauff in Paris to now Jay Z. With that, this fan also chuckles at the thought of how the runner will experience a similar kind of attention and stardom when his school finally begins again.

Observing how the rapper didn’t stay inside his bubble of fame and looked humble in front of the Olympian, one fan commented “That’s love right there!” Being one of the biggest names in hip-hop, Jay-Z is a frequent customer at international events where he mingles with global superstars on a daily basis. And yet, the way he interacted with Wilson has prompted fans to laud his grounded nature.

Being a former NFL star himself, Ryan Clark also gets to meet many celebrities from all walks of life. And yet, the fact that he wriggled out some time to give attention to Wilson and get the former a chance to meet with the iconic rapper is also something that fans are drooling over. Noting his effort, Kim commented, “RC you’re so dope for making this happen!”

Despite his many struggles in life, Wilson has risen above every challenge thrown at him. With his determination to be named among the greatest track stars of all time, the Chesapeake native is on a trajectory that can well see his dream becoming a reality. With that in mind, Shavonne wrote, “This is beautiful young king please aspire to continue your path to greatness!” What do you think Quincy and Jay-Z talked about during their brief interaction? Tell us too in the comments below!