The Unwritten Rule Is Broken: Simone Biles’s
Simone Biles has sparked controversy after speaking publicly
following the death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.
In a blog post, she revisited past attacks that resurfaced during the Tokyo Olympics,
challenging expectations that public figures should remain silent after someone’s passing.
At the 2021 Games, Biles withdrew from events due to the “twisties,” saying, “Mental health matters.”
While many supported her decision, Kirk harshly criticized her, calling her a “sociopath,” “coward,”
and a “disgrace of the nation.” His comments turned her personal struggle into a political flashpoint.
After years of silence, Biles said Kirk’s words led to sleepless nights, online harassment, and lasting emotional pain.
The timing of her response divided opinion. Some see it as reclaiming her story, others as insensitive.
Regardless, her post reignited debate about accountability, grief, and truth in public discourse.
