Why is Simone Biles on “The Voice”? Olympic gymnast appears on the show on Monday

Legendary gymnast Simone Biles knows a thing or two about winning gold.

The Columbus native and 11-time Olympic medalist will join rapper and NBC Paris 2024 Olympics correspondent Snoop Dogg as a playoff consultant on Monday night’s episode of “The Voice.”

Why is Simone Biles on “The Voice”?

NBC announced last week that Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, would appear on the network’s singing competition show for Team Snoop after the legendary rapper reportedly recruited her for the position.

The decision as to why athlete Biles entered a singing competition is unclear, but it may have something to do with the Olympics and “The Voice,” both of which air on NBC, as well as Snoop Dogg’s participation in the Olympics. Broadcaster reporting. Biles also has experience performing routines on a large stage.

“We were able to tease each other and give the artists the best insight into the next round,” Biles said in an interview with the AP. “It was pretty easy, really easy. We are both very relaxed. But if we have to muster that energy, then we can. For us it was about instilling confidence for the next week.”

Biles, considered by many to be the GOAT in her sport, is coming off her third Olympics, where she won four medals: three gold and one silver.

How to watch Simone Biles on ‘The Voice’

Biles’ “The Voice” episode premieres Monday at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. Fans can also stream it live on any streaming platform with live TV capabilities or next day on Peacock.

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