The gymnast's paternal aunt died 'unexpectedly,' she said.
This is the first time an American has won gold in the women's 800 meters final since 1968.
The 24-year-old gymnast withdrew from four competitions in the Tokyo Olympics due to mental health struggles.
The event was the gymnast's final chance to compete in the Tokyo Olympics.
The event marks the American gymnast's last opportunity to compete in the Tokyo Olympics.
The celebrated diver won over even more fans' hearts and minds with his unexpected hobby.
The gymnast exited the team and all-around competitions earlier this week.
He was injured in a violent crash on the first lap of his qualifying heat at the Tokyo Olympics.
Sunisa 'Suni' Lee won a gold medal for women’s individual all-around gymnastics at the Tokyo Olympics as Simone Biles cheered her on!
John Lee could not be more proud of his daughter.
Simone Biles took to Twitter to thank fans for their support following her decision to exit the Olympics.
She edged out Rebeca Andrade of Brazil in an entertaining and hotly contested final.
On Thursday, the 21-year-old gymnast will compete for a medal after Biles stepped down.
On ET's The Download, Michael Phelps voices his support for Simone Biles, plus J.Lo and Ben feel like they were 'made for each other.’
