Over the Kentucky Derby weekend, Simone Biles and her husband, NFL star Jonathan Owens, stole the spotlight—not just for their perfectly coordinated lavender outfits, but for their vision. When asked by E! News about their couple goals, Biles beamed, answering with simplicity and sincerity: “Building a family.” The reporter, catching the vibe, playfully nudged the couple about parenthood plans, and Biles confirmed, “Absolutely one day. I have always wanted to be a mother and have kids and just like, him [Owens], he has always wanted to be a dad.”

“So it’s just really exciting,” she added while also stating they would be “hopefully powerful and athletic.” Now, considering Biles has performed at the biggest international stage—the Olympics—and Owens is a famous football player, they might not have too much to worry about on that front. But what if they want to do something completely different? “If they turn into musicians, who cares? That is still phenomenal as well,” the gymnast opined, and Jonathan Owens couldn’t help but agree. However, the couple had no idea that this sweet interaction would push the rumor mills spiraling out of control.

The internet was soon filled with AI-generated rumors about her pregnancy. What fueled these speculations was the fact that a week before the Kentucky Derby, the couple attended Biles’ friend, Kayla Simone’s, baby shower. Biles posted several photos from the party and wrote, “congrats to my beautiful friends baby b is already so loved! we can’t wait for his arrival! love y’all so much, you’re gonna be the best parents! I’m excited about this new chapter for y’all.” But when these baseless rumors started circulating on the internet, Simone Biles had had enough!

And so, on May 4, the Olympic legend took to Threads with a crystal-clear message: “I am not pregnant, I never was pregnant therefore I never had a baby. Please stop asking me and falling for AI.” But did the discussion stop after Simone’s staunch post? Perhaps. However, social media users came to Biles’ defense and lauded her efforts to squash the rumors. Yet this is hardly the first time she has had to give such a clarification.

Back in December 2023, Simone was simply showing up to support her husband at MetLife Stadium. Dressed in an oversized army jacket, a snug brown jumpsuit, and a beanie with Owens’ jersey number, Biles posted cozy game day photos on Instagram. But the internet did what it does best: Speculate. The way her outfit folded. The angle of her stance. And the smallest details suddenly became evidence for pregnancy rumors.

So when it spiraled too far, Biles took to her Instagram stories with a blunt, firm message: “I hate that I even have to address this, but please stop commenting on this photo or my Instagram in general about me being ‘pregnant.’ I’m not pregnant.” Thus, Biles continued to keep setting the record straight. A powerful reminder from one of the most decorated athletes in the world: Being in the spotlight doesn’t mean surrendering your truth. That’s why, once again, fans stood guard for her.

Simone Biles’s fans know how to stand firm for their idol!

Social media users were quick to check up on the gymnast. “I hope you are ok, the speculation and rumours and nonsense celebrities face is just ridiculous,” wrote one person. It was the perfect gesture of support, especially when you’re someone’s idol. However, the backlash wasn’t new. Something like this actually started months ago, in February, when a Reddit user shared a deeply unsettling experience.

“I’m trying really hard to break my Meta usage,” they wrote, “but while scrolling FB (looking for a family member’s obituary) I was shown three different AI-generated posts congratulating Simone and Jonathan on being pregnant?” These weren’t just clickbait headlines. The posts included doctored images—one showing Biles with a photoshopped baby bump, another depicting her in a hospital bed cradling a newborn.

The user called it out for what it was: “so creepy and invasive and icky.” Their post exploded across the platform, sparking a wave of outrage. Commenters weren’t just disturbed by the fake news—they were furious at Meta’s platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Threads) for allowing AI-generated misinformation to flourish. “One of the million reasons we all need to ditch FB/IG/Threads,” another user added in February. But for Biles, the digital intrusion wasn’t just algorithmic—it was personal.

The moment Simone Biles posted her firm message on Threads, the support from her fans came pouring in. One such voice cut through the noise with unwavering clarity: “Don’t listen to that foolishness,” a commenter urged, standing up for Biles with conviction. The message was loud and clear—Simone didn’t owe anyone an explanation, least of all for rumors born from AI fabrications. Others echoed the same defense, calling out the toxicity of online speculation. One fan dismissed the need for such invasive comments altogether, frustrated that people still felt entitled to dissect a woman’s body in public. The comment went: “That’s so weird….and creepy! It’s NONE of our business lol either way lol.”

Another follower offered empathy over despair, writing, “Lordy I am so sorry you have to deal with that 🙄.” It was honest and heartfelt—just the kind of comment that reminds you there’s still humanity behind the screen.

“Sorry people do this, especially to celebs!” added another, acknowledging the unique pressure public figures face simply for living their lives. Through it all, the message from her community was clear: You don’t have to explain yourself, Simone. We see you. We support you. And we’re not falling for the rumors.