Simone Biles Celebrates Thanksgiving with a Private Jet Trip to the Bears-Eagles Game

Simone Biles, the 11-time Olympic medalist, arrived in Philadelphia on Thanksgiving via private jet to support her husband, Jonathan Owens, who plays safety for the Chicago Bears. The couple's trip coincided with the Bears' Black Friday matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, the reigning Super Bowl champions. Biles shared her excitement on social media, posting a TikTok video where she celebrated by doing a split while holding a bottle of tequila. She captioned the video, “Who’s ready for some Black Friday football!!!!” The private jet was adorned with balloons featuring Owens' jersey number, 36, and Biles and her friends enjoyed a festive atmosphere, complete with champagne toasts.

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Biles and Owens have been together since 2020 after meeting on the dating app Raya. They celebrated their second wedding anniversary in April 2025. Their relationship has been marked by public support for each other's careers, with Biles often attending Owens' games. In a recent interview, Biles reflected on their first date, describing an inexplicable feeling that led her to tell friends, “I think I’m going to marry him.” This sentiment highlights the deep connection they share, which has grown stronger over the years.

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The Bears and Eagles both entered the game with an 8-3 record, making the matchup significant for playoff implications. Prior to the flight to Philadelphia, the Bears activated cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon from injured reserve, bolstering their lineup. The Eagles welcomed back wide receiver DeVonta Smith, who had been dealing with injuries. The game took place at Lincoln Financial Field, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. ET on November 28, 2025.

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While Biles has received widespread support for her relationship and public appearances, there have been moments of scrutiny. In a previous interview, Owens stated he did not know who Biles was before they began dating, which sparked backlash online. Biles later addressed this, expressing that the criticism hurt her, particularly when it involved her family.

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Biles has expressed her joy in being able to attend more of Owens' games now that she is taking a break from gymnastics following her success at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She noted, “It’s such a fun time because I've actually missed so many of his games throughout his career because I've been doing my own thing.” This reflects her commitment to supporting her husband while navigating her own career transitions.

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• “Who’s ready for some Black Friday football!!!!” — Simone Biles

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• “I think I’m going to marry him.” — Simone Biles, recalling her first date with Jonathan Owens.

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• “Talk about me all you want, but don’t come for my family.” — Simone Biles addressing criticism of her husband.

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As the Bears continue their season, Biles is expected to remain a prominent presence at games, further solidifying her role as a supportive partner. Meanwhile, discussions about their future, including potential family plans, are ongoing as both navigate their careers and personal lives.

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