Simon Biles discusses the controversy surrounding the viral interview of Jonathan Owens' husband
17 april 2024 в 22:38
Simone Biles still can’t believe how many people were outraged by her husband Jonathan Owens' viral interview. During an appearance on the podcast «The Pivot» in December 2023, 28-year-old Jonathan sparked controversy when he said he didn’t know who Simone, 27, was when they first started dating.
It also raised eyebrows when host Ryan Clark asked the NFL player if he considered himself a «trophy» in relationships. Jonathan replied, «I always say, men are the trophy». Now Simone is ready to share her honest reaction to the interview and the aftermath that followed.
«At first, I thought it was funny, and then [people] hurt my feelings», - Simone said in an episode of the podcast «Call Her Daddy» on April 17. «One day I broke down and said, 'Why are you talking about my husband like that? You don’t know him. You don’t know who he is. And if anyone has met him, they know he’s the kindest guy and will do anything for anyone.'»
Although the Olympic champion is used to being in the spotlight and facing criticism, she was surprised by the level of criticism her husband faced.
«It really hurt me that they were talking about my husband like that, because for me it’s like, 'Talk about me all you want, but don’t touch my family — ever,'» she told host Alex Cooper. «I've been in the spotlight long enough to be able to brush it off, have my little party about it. You won’t know that I cried over it, but I cry over some things. But I cry only because I can’t respond. Just know that».
Simone said she was in the room during the interview and thought her husband handled it well. However, when she checked social media, she realized the public had a different perception.
«I didn’t think anything of that interview, and he never said I’m not a trophy», - Simone explained. «He said he’s a trophy. Because he is. I’ve never met a man like him. Many who have met him say, 'Oh my god, I want a man like Jonathan.'»
Ultimately, the couple seems stronger than ever as Simone works towards earning a spot on the US gymnastics team for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
«My heart, my rock, and my best friend all in one», - Jonathan wrote on Instagram on March 14. «I love you so much, baby. This year will be special for you, and I can’t wait to support you every step of the way»
It also raised eyebrows when host Ryan Clark asked the NFL player if he considered himself a «trophy» in relationships. Jonathan replied, «I always say, men are the trophy». Now Simone is ready to share her honest reaction to the interview and the aftermath that followed.
«At first, I thought it was funny, and then [people] hurt my feelings», - Simone said in an episode of the podcast «Call Her Daddy» on April 17. «One day I broke down and said, 'Why are you talking about my husband like that? You don’t know him. You don’t know who he is. And if anyone has met him, they know he’s the kindest guy and will do anything for anyone.'»
Although the Olympic champion is used to being in the spotlight and facing criticism, she was surprised by the level of criticism her husband faced.
«It really hurt me that they were talking about my husband like that, because for me it’s like, 'Talk about me all you want, but don’t touch my family — ever,'» she told host Alex Cooper. «I've been in the spotlight long enough to be able to brush it off, have my little party about it. You won’t know that I cried over it, but I cry over some things. But I cry only because I can’t respond. Just know that».
Simone said she was in the room during the interview and thought her husband handled it well. However, when she checked social media, she realized the public had a different perception.
«I didn’t think anything of that interview, and he never said I’m not a trophy», - Simone explained. «He said he’s a trophy. Because he is. I’ve never met a man like him. Many who have met him say, 'Oh my god, I want a man like Jonathan.'»
Ultimately, the couple seems stronger than ever as Simone works towards earning a spot on the US gymnastics team for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
«My heart, my rock, and my best friend all in one», - Jonathan wrote on Instagram on March 14. «I love you so much, baby. This year will be special for you, and I can’t wait to support you every step of the way»
© Puhova Marina
