Simone Biles’ journey is the kind of story that every gymnast dreams of following. Well, Biles started gymnastics at 6, which is considered a bit late for most, but she’s shown that it’s not about when you start; it’s about making the most of your time and talent. With her work ethic and natural abilities, she has established herself as the G.O.A.T., racking up an impressive 11 Olympic medals along the way. After almost 20 years in the sport, Biles recognizes talent.

Recently, Biles met a promising 5-year-old gymnast whose mom believes her daughter has what it takes to shine on the Olympic stage. “I think [the 2036 Olympics] could definitely be a possibility for her,” said Tiffany Davidson. That little superstar is Nova Davidson, a Level 4 gymnast from Virginia who started the sport young and is already making waves.

Nova made her TV debut earlier this October on The Talk, CBS’ Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show. To everyone’s surprise, the legendary Simone Biles showed up and made a special promise to the young gymnast. The G.O.A.T. was all praises for Nova, saying, “I’ve seen the talent that Nova has. I actually got to meet her earlier this year, so I just wanted to be a part of her TV debut.”

Simone Biles didn’t arrive empty-handed; she had a stunning leotard waiting for Nova Davidson, and it was no ordinary piece! “The leotards are from my holiday collection. They haven’t come out just yet, but I wanted you to be the first to have them, Nova,” Biles shared. Fast forward to today, October 12th, and Simone has made good on her promise.

While Biles is busy with the Gold Over America Tour, which just hit the Kia Center in Orlando, FL, where she and other top gymnasts like Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, and Hezly Rivera are leaping into 30 arenas across the country this fall, Nova and her mom were there to cheer her on. During the event, Simone made a special gesture for Nova.

Simone Biles took to Instagram to share a story featuring herself, Nova Davidson, and Sarita Scarlett, the owner of Pressed by Sarita, which specializes in custom apparel and accessories. The post was captioned, “Hand delivered to the GOAT,” highlighting the special moment. Biles, embracing her title, also had some kind words for young Nova, referring to her as a “GOAT.” It seems the stunning leotard was designed by Sarita herself.

While they were there, Nova Davidson sported a tee featuring Simone’s face, clearly showing she’s an avid fan! But you might be wondering how Simone got to witness Nova’s skills in action. Well, there’s a story behind that, too!

Inspired by the greatness of Simone Biles, Nova aims for the stars

July 2024 was a huge milestone for 5-year-old Nova Davidson, the little gymnast who’s stealing the spotlight! She went viral on Instagram after her mom posted a video of her practicing gymnastics moves on a beam in their living room. The video blew up, racking up nearly 56 million views and over 46.9k comments! While her mom Tiffany used to be a competitive cheerleader and her dad T.J. was a track athlete, they’re still trying to figure out where Nova gets all that talent. In gymnastics, there are levels 1–10.

Nova Davidson is at Level 4 but isn’t old enough to compete at that level yet. Training an impressive 12 hours a week, she practices daily at home, with her dad, T.J., noting, “She’s always doing some tumbling.” This year, she’ll train at Level 4 but compete at Level 3. In her first gymnastics meet, she won first place in beam, bars, and floor and finished third on the vault, showcasing her round-off handspring back tuck on her favorite event, the floor.

Nova’s gymnastics journey began at a young age; she participated in her first “mommy and me” class with Tiffany when she was just 2, and by age 3, she was ready for her first solo class! When it comes to advice, Simone Biles shared something important with Nova: “Just always have fun and live in the moment.” This resonates with Biles, who embodies that spirit in her own gymnastics. With Biles paving the way, it looks like Nova Davidson is ready to grab the bull by the horns and chase her dreams. Who knows? She might just be the next big thing in gymnastics!

• Olympic gold medaling gymnast Simone Biles shared her favorite products for getting glam on competition days.
• Simone’s makeup artist Alayza Casey revealed she used the Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Moisturizer on her for the Xfinity U.S. Championships in June 2024.
• Normally priced at $39, the moisturizer is on sale for 30% off for Amazon Prime Day, retailing at just $27.

It feels like Simone Biles is the greatest at everything. She’s an 11-time Olympic medaling gymnast, and currently the second most decorated female Olympic gymnast. She has a successful Netflix series, Simone Biles Rising, with the second half premiering on October 25. And she has an incredible makeup routine, using a number of tried-and-true products for her skin.

Understandably, when Simone was getting ready to compete at the 2024 Xfinity U.S. Championships in June, folks were obsessed with trying to figure out what products she used. Thankfully, Us Weekly spoke with Simone’s makeup artist Alayza Casey, who broke down her glam routine and revealed what she used to help Simone look camera- and competition-ready.

According to Alayza, one key product she used to prime Simone’s skin for makeup was the Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Moisturizer. Normally priced at $39, Amazon has a great deal for shoppers this Amazon Prime Day. The product is currently 30% off for Prime Day, coming in at just $27.

Simone is far from the only one who loves the product, which has over 500 5-star ratings on Amazon. “My skin loves this moisturizer. Doesn’t clog my pores, seals in moisture and leaves my skin glowing. Just the right size for traveling,” one Amazon reviewer wrote. “Please don’t ever stop selling this moisturizer! I would be lost without it!” another added.

In addition to the moisturizer, Alayza revealed that she also uses Kiehl’s Avocado Eye Treatment, which is a whopping 40% off for Prime Day, coming in at $22.

Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles are having the time of their lives on the Gold Over America Tour, and they’re serving up new looks while on the road.

During a two-day stop in Boston, the two Houston girls repped their tour stop with some cheeky photos. Biles took to her Instagram Story to share some photos of her and Chiles in custom-made jerseys. Chiles wore a Boston Celtics jersey which had her last name on the back, as well as the number 24. Biles wore a Boston Bruins hockey jersey, which also had her last name on the back, and the number 24. In one particular shot, the two leave little to the imagination.

As fans can imagine, the GOAT Tour has demanded a lot from these Olympians, but they aren’t slowing down anytime soon — on the mat, or on the makeshift runway. On Monday, Oct. 7, Biles and Chiles, along with Texarkana native Joscelyn Roberson channeled Houston native music icon Beyoncé, wearing some “Cowboy Carter”-inspired fits.

Monday was the GOAT Tour’s final night in Boston, and the ladies — along with fellow Olympic gymnasts Hezly Rivera, Brody Malone, Trinity Thomas, and more — are set to deliver a spectacular show of gymnastics and dance tonight in Baltimore, Maryland.

Simone Biles shared more details behind the calf injury that had her sporting a boot after the 2024 Paris Olympics in a trailer for her upcoming documentary.

Simone Biles’ calf injury was more severe than she led on.

After the Olympic gold medalist’s coach Cecile Landi detailed she had been feeling a “little pain” in her calf during the 2024 Paris Games, a trailer for the upcoming part two of the Simone Biles: Rising documentary reveals it was more distressing behind the scenes.

In one clip, Simone told her coach frantically, “My calf or something just pulled all the way.”

Later, fellow gymnast Aly Raisman detailed in a confessional interview just how bad the pain was for Simone—and why she persevered.

“I asked, ‘How did you do it in so much pain?’” Aly said. “And she said ‘I couldn’t have people tell me I was a quitter again.’”

Despite the injury, Simone managed to nab four medals during competition in Paris—including three gold and one silver. While the trailer further demonstrated that the 27-year-old felt like she had something to prove after pulling out from Tokyo 2020 for suffering from the twisties, she came prepared.

“I’m a lot happier and I chose to do this,” Simone reflected to NBC News in August. “So, at the end of the day, whatever happens, happens. But I’m in a good spot mentally and physically, so you can’t take that away from me.”

And while Simone was dealing with physical pain during her performances at the 2024 Olympics—and even sported a boot on her left leg afterward—she had also previously opened up on why she was well equipped to handle it.

“I feel like elite athletes are pretty tough,” she told NBC News. “So, we’re just, through pain or pleasure, we’re ready for whatever.”

As for whether Simone will keep pushing to make it to Los Angeles in 2028? She’d rather you not ask.

“You guys really gotta stop asking athletes what’s next after they win a medal at the Olympics,” Simone told reporters at a press conference during the Paris games. “Let us soak up the moment we’ve worked our whole lives for.”

Still, Simone teased she has no plans to fully retire yet.

“Never say never,” Simone added at the same conference of competing in LA. “The next Olympics is at home, so you just never know.”

Netflix has dropped the trailer for Part 2 of its Simone Biles Rising docuseries, which follows Bile’s journey to the 2024 Paris Olympics where she becomes the most decorated gymnast in history. Part 2 of the docuseries premieres October 25 on Netflix.

The trailer opens with Biles reflecting on how she’s gotten to this point, sharing “With everything that I’ve done and been through, I do feel that it gives me more confidence, but since I am older, I am a little bit more afraid.” She also talks about the stress of an Olympic year and the emotions it brings with it.

Simone Biles: Rising follows Biles and her return to the Olympic stage after withdrawing from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics to focus on her mental health. Since then, she’s put in the work rebuilding her gymnastics from the ground up and she’s ready for this next stage of competition.

Per the description: Part 2 follows Biles “as she competes at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials and officially qualifies for the U.S. Olympic Team to her incredible performances in Paris, all the while sharing personal thoughts and moments of her incredible journey to become the most decorated gymnast in history. The episodes provide intimate access to Biles as she captures three gold medals and one silver medal at the Olympic Games Paris 2024.”

The four-episode series is produced by Religion of Sports in association with the Olympic Channel. Gotham Chopra, Ameeth Sankaran, Giselle Parets and Janey Miller executive produce. Kate Walsh will direct.