Superstar gymnast Simone Biles just had some new tattoos done, and they appear to be a particular tribute to her football player husband, Jonathan Owens. The Olympian’s tattoo artist shared what she designed for Biles on social media, and the model even shared it on one of her well-groomed fingers. But not every internet user agrees that Biles’ new tattoo is a smart move.
Sydney Smith, a tattoo artist and co-owner of SYZYGY Precision Tattooing, posted a video of herself revealing Biles’ unique tattoo on September 20.
In the video, Smith could be seen gently removing a thin white covering off Biles’ finger to reveal a tiny “J,” which is her husband Jonathan’s first name.
The “J” was placed by Smith slightly off-center and directly beneath what looked to be Biles’ ring finger. Next, she cleaned the tattoo with a cotton patch.
Claiming her love for her new tattoo, Biles swooned in the Smith post’s comment area, writing, “obsessed […] 🤎.” Some social media users joined her in sharing their disapproval of the tattoo by expressing their own ideas.
“Embarrassing,” one Instagram user wrote. One person commented on the tattoo’s size, saying, “It’s the smallest letter I’ve ever seen.” You can’t see it if you’re blind or have visual problems 😂😂😂.”
Some believe that Biles and Owens’ new tattoo portends terrible luck. One person said, “Oh no… that’s usually the worst luck for a relationship,” and another said, “Bad luck.”
Nonetheless, a few compliments were mixed in with the critical remarks. “How adorable this is! Another fan marveled, “Insane!!! 🔥,” while another screamed, “I’d get it!” One person noted how nice the tattoo was and then said, “Easy to cover.”
But mixed in with the critical remarks were some compliments. “It’s adorable! A fan shouted, “I’d get it!” while another marveled, “Insane!!! 🔥.” One person who had commented on the tattoo also said, “Easy to cover.”
The gold medallist is not done with tattoos, as seen by the previously mentioned fan comment. One of them is a brand-new one that Smith just completed for her.
Biles now has the phrase “Made in Heaven” permanently inscribed in all caps on the back of her neck, according to a different video that was posted on Smith’s Instagram on September 22.
The “J” tattoo on Biles was discovered to have been acquired by Owens back in July of 2024, just over two months prior. The wife of the NFL player posted a picture of the large cursive “S” that Owens had inked on his ring finger on her now-defunct Instagram Story.
Biles overlaid two screaming, two red heart, and two crossed fingers emojis over the picture in response to her husband’s tattoo. Fans surmised that Owens’ tattoo, which is the initial letter of Biles’s name, must be a tribute to her even though the actor did not clarify what it signifies.
Owens had been helping Biles with her Olympic preparations in Paris at the time he got his tattoo. The Chicago Bears athlete reserved a few days off from their training camp specifically to support her at the esteemed athletic occasion.
Prior to the Olympic trials, Jonathan Owens reportedly showered his devoted spouse with expensive presents such as Louis Vuitton handbags and pink roses. On her now-defunct Instagram Story, Simone Biles talked about her gifts and shared a photo of Owens.
Owens lavished Biles with accolades as she became the most decorated American gymnast in Olympic history, just as he had supported her while she was preparing to compete in the Olympics in Paris. But, he received some criticism on the internet for the way he decided to commemorate Biles’ achievement.
Owens was ecstatic by his wife’s outstanding achievement and was by Biles’ side in France. He shared a touching tribute on social media to mark her historic victory.
Owens shared a cute picture of the pair in the colorful Parisian setting, but he was unable to contain his pride. He tenderly wore Biles’ gold medal around his neck in the photo as they delighted in each other’s happiness.
Owens captioned his post, “Witnessing history every time you step on the mat 😍🔥.” He wrote, “Congrats baby on becoming the most decorated American gymnast in Olympic history!!!!” as he continued to laud his celebrity wife. Simply amazing! Eight of them! I am very grateful that I witnessed that.”
Gratitude brimming in Biles’ response, “Means the world you’re here” and “My whole heart.” I cherish you ❤️❤️❤️.” Opponents questioned Owens’ choice to wear Biles’ medal in the comment section.
“Why is he holding it like he won it?” said one person. “Give the medal back, bby, that’s not yours [sic],” said another.
“That’s Simone’s gold medal you’re holding, not yours, my guy,” exclaimed a few especially loudly. and “You wearing her medal has a really unpleasant quality to it. It seems strange.”
One irate user went so far as to demand, “Give it back to her immediately 🥇.” In the meantime, a perplexed commenter questioned, “Is he intentionally being problematic? Very important query.
Owens had already experienced backlash from online users. During an appearance on “The Pivot” podcast in December 2023, the NFL star made some inflammatory remarks on his relationship with Biles, which put him in the public eye for all the wrong reasons.
In response to a question concerning how the two first connected, Owens disclosed that, despite Biles’ notoriety, he was unaware of her identity in 2020 when they used the dating app Raya.
When Owens was questioned if he considered himself “the catch” in their relationship, things became even more heated. To which he said, slyly, “I always say that the men are the catch.” Owens acknowledged that he was first afraid to commit to Biles but that he finally became enamored with her.
Fans took issue with his statements on the Olympic legend, and his remarks caused quite the storm online. In April of this year, during an appearance on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, Biles defended her spouse.
In response to the viral event, Biles stated that she was there for the interview and just rolled her eyes and chuckled when the camera focused on her.
She explained that Owens was highlighting his own value rather than implying she wasn’t a catch. Biles also complimented her hubby, saying she’s never met someone like him and that he adores her. The Olympic legend even went so far as to reply to her detractors with a playful post on her X account.
Regarding Owens, he dismissed the critique with ease. He didn’t receive any notifications from social media, so he didn’t become aware of the commotion until later.
Upon learning of it, he replied by sharing a number of amorous pictures with Biles with the message, “Unbothered 😂❤️ Please be aware that we are now locked in 🤞🏽.”
