It's only fitting that Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in World Championship history [1] and an absolute badass redefining what athletes can do [2], has a crazy-talented, former-gymnast boyfriend who cheers her on with every win [3].
The 22-year-old Biles and Stacey Ervin Jr., 26, have been dating for over two years, and they met in 2013 at Nationals [4], according to NBC Sports, then called the P&G Championships. Afterward, Stacey became a US men's national team member [5] and Simone was selected for the women's national team [6].
Stacey competed in college for the University of Michigan and, in his last year of competition, was a bronze medalist on floor [7] on the collegiate level (NCAA Championships) as well as the national level (US Championships). He wrote in an Instagram caption [8], "During my time on the University of Michigan's Men's Gymnastics Team (2011-2015), we were able to become Back-To-Back Big Ten Conference & NCAA Champions! I personally collected a Big Ten Floor Exercise Championship, 4 All-American Honours, & a brotherhood that will last forever." Only after he moved to Texas and worked at the gymnastics facility owned by Simone's parents [9] did his romantic relationship with her begin.
Stacey also had a short stint in the WWE [10]. Following his WWE TV debut in February 2019, he stepped away and shifted gears to focus on his health and fitness mentorship endeavours [11]. But he's stayed connected to his gymnastics roots all the while, as seen by the gravity-defying footage he posts on his Instagram page. Ahead, check out some videos of his serious skill. Stacey doesn't have any moves named after him like his girlfriend does [12], but his career on the elite level was mighty impressive. He's dating the GOAT [13] — so are you even surprised?