Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens brought championship-level style to the 2026 ESPY Awards, arriving in coordinated looks that immediately became one of the red carpet’s biggest moments. Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens know how to make an entrance.
The Olympic gymnastics legend and Indianapolis Colts safety arrived together at the 2026 ESPY Awards on Wednesday, July 15, looking every bit like one of the biggest power couples in sports. Biles wore a dramatic champagne-colored gown featuring a strapless corseted bodice and a high-low skirt that flowed behind her as she walked the red carpet at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York City.
The shorter front of the gown highlighted Biles’ matching strappy heels, while a sparkling statement necklace added even more glamour to the look. She completed the ensemble with soft makeup and flowing curls styled with a deep side part. Owens complemented his wife perfectly in a chocolate-brown suit featuring dark satin lapels. He finished his look with a statement brooch, creating a polished combination that matched the warm tones of Biles’ gown without attempting to compete with it.
The couple posed together before Biles took several solo photographs, giving cameras a complete look at one of the evening’s most memorable outfits.
“Simone Biles at the ESPYs with her husband, Jonathan Owens,” Athlete Vanity wrote while sharing a photo of the couple.
Simone Biles delivers two memorable ESPYs looks
Biles was not finished after her stunning red carpet entrance. The 29-year-old gymnast changed into a fitted black dress before taking the stage as one of the ceremony’s presenters. Her second outfit featured a plunging neckline and sparkling gold embellishments, giving her another bold look while maintaining the glamorous theme of the evening.
Simone Biles at the ESPYs with her husband, Jonathan Owens 🥹❤️ pic.twitter.com/Of7dvkVsIG
— Athlete Vanity (@AthleteVanity) July 16, 2026Biles presented the ESPY for Best Team, which was awarded to the New York Knicks. The outfit change allowed Biles to deliver two completely different fashion moments. Her champagne gown brought the red carpet drama, while the black and gold dress offered a sleek look better suited for presenting onstage.
Both ensembles were styled by Marc Desir. Biles has become increasingly comfortable taking fashion risks during major public appearances. Whether attending an awards show, supporting Owens at an NFL game or appearing at an international event, she has developed a recognizable style that mixes elegance with personality.
The 2026 ESPYs were another example.
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Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens continue to be sports power couple
Biles and Owens have regularly supported each other throughout their respective athletic careers. Owens traveled to France for the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he watched Biles add four more medals to her historic collection. Biles, meanwhile, has frequently attended Owens’ NFL games and shared behind-the-scenes moments from his football career.
The couple married in April 2023 before holding a larger destination wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the following month. Their ESPYs appearance came shortly before Owens is expected to report for training camp with the Colts. The veteran safety has played for the Arizona Cardinals, Houston Texans, Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears during his NFL career.
Biles remains the most decorated gymnast in history. She has won 11 Olympic medals, including seven golds, along with 30 World Championship medals. There were plenty of elite athletes and celebrities walking the red carpet in New York, but Biles and Owens still found a way to stand out.
The medals and football pads stayed home for the evening. Their star power certainly did not.
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