Shanon Biles, the estranged mother of Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, publicly seeks forgiveness and hopes for reconciliation. In a Daily Mail interview, Shanon reflects on her past struggles with addiction and expresses a desire to mend her relationship with Simone and her sister Adria.
In a recent interview with the Daily Mail, Shanon Biles, the estranged mother of gymnastics champion Simone Biles, publicly expressed her wish for reconciliation. Shanon, now 52, has reflected on her past decisions that led her to give up Simone and her sister Adria to their grandparents, Ron and Nellie Biles when the girls were toddlers due to her struggles with addiction.
Shanon shared her hopes of one day personally seeking forgiveness from Simone, emphasizing that she is ready to make amends and move forward. “I would like to make amends with Simone personally — I’m just waiting for her and Adria,” Shanon said. “I hope to sit down and discuss our past. Please don’t judge me on my past. Let’s move forward.”
Shanon, who has been sober and is currently working as a cashier, admitted that she has been following Simone's recent Olympic success from her home in Columbus, Ohio. Despite not having direct communication with Simone, she remains hopeful for a potential reunion. Shanon mentioned that she stays informed about her daughters through her father, Ron.
The public reaction has been mixed. Some express empathy for Shanon’s desire to reconnect, while others criticize her for seeking forgiveness only now, after Simone’s success. Comments online reflect a broader debate about accountability and the timing of such reconciliation efforts.
Simone, who has previously been clear about her relationship with her biological mother, continues to focus on her achievements and personal life. The complex dynamics between Simone and her estranged mother remain a sensitive subject as both navigate their past and future interactions.
