Simone Biles Joins Religion of Sports Board, Expanding Role in Sports Media

The gymnastics legend transitions into storytelling and advocacy through her new position at the media company co-founded by Tom Brady and Michael Strahan.

• Simone Biles has joined the board of Religion of Sports (ROS) as its first-ever creative collaborator, marking a new chapter in her post-gymnastics career.
• Biles has worked with ROS for five years, including on the Netflix docuseries 'Simone Biles Rising,' which chronicled her journey from the Tokyo Olympics to her historic Paris Olympics return.
• Her new role will focus on amplifying underrepresented stories, particularly those of female athletes, Black and brown communities, and mental wellness advocacy.
• Religion of Sports, known for acclaimed sports documentaries, views Biles as a key partner in expanding into scripted content, live events, and broader storytelling initiatives.
• Biles has not announced retirement from gymnastics but emphasizes that this role represents a natural evolution of her career beyond the gym.

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