Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens Receive Personalized Jerseys at a Chicago Bulls Game
During a date night at the United Center on November 7, 2024, Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens enjoyed more than just the Chicago Bulls game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, PEOPLE reported. The Olympic gymnast and NFL player each received a vibrant red jersey bearing their surnames in bold black letters above the number 36, which corresponds to Owens' NFL jersey number with the Chicago Bears. The Bulls expressed this special moment by sharing a video on Instagram, where their mascot, Benny the Bull, gifted the couple the matching jerseys and adorned them with gold chains featuring the Bulls' logo. Simone and Jonathan gracefully accepted these keepsakes, posing happily for pictures with their new gear.
The Bulls' Instagram post cleverly captioned the moment as a "GOAT, a Bear, and a Bull ⚡️," playfully referencing Biles' stature and Owens' NFL affiliation. Biles, a longtime supporter of Chicago sports, frequently attends Bears games, often showcasing Bears-themed outfits. One highlight from September was a heartwarming Instagram Story of Biles sharing a kiss with Owens before one of his games.
Throughout Owens' NFL off-season, he traveled with Biles during her Gold Over America Tour, a testament to their mutual support. Highlighting their bond, Simone's Instagram Stories often portray Owens mingling or playfully attempting gymnastic skills with the team, prompting Biles’ good-natured suggestion to include him in the show. Their relationship's depth was further expressed as Owens conveyed to PEOPLE that relentless mutual encouragement contributes significantly to their happiness and success.