This isn’t the first time Biles has addressed public and social media commentary about her hair.

In an interview with Elle published earlier this month, Biles, who is now the most decorated gymnast in U.S. Olympics history, said she is finally learning to love her hair and the texture that she has, as well as the styles she can do.

She also opened up about not being taught how to do her hair, and always going to professionals to have it styled.
In 2023, Biles, who is married to NFL star Jonathan Owens, was met with negative feedback online after sharing pictures from their wedding day.

Reflecting on the criticism she received, Biles said “Most of the backlash we get is from our own community, which is unfortunate.”

“I don’t really care if my edges aren’t smooth,” she added. “I never thought about my hair like the way other people see it.”

Biles’ outstanding performance alongside the rest of the Team USA women’s gymnastics squad — which also includes Sunisa Lee, Jordan Chiles, Hezly Rivera and Jade Carey — carried the U.S. to gold at this year’s Olympics.