Celeb sightings at Olympics: Nicole Kidman and Natalie Portman cheer on Simone Biles and Team USA

By Poulami Sengupta
Published on : 05:31 PST, Jul 31, 2024

Natalie Portman and Serena Williams cheered on Simone Biles and her teammates at the Bercy Arena (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

8 celebrities who cheered on Simone Biles and Team USA gymnasts at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Michael Phelps and Nicole Kidman were among the stars who went to support Simone Biles and the US gymnastics team (Photo by Markus Gilliar - GES Sportfoto/Getty Images) — Michael Phelps and Nicole Kidman were among the stars who cheered for Simone Biles and the US women's gymnastics team at the final (Markus Gilliar - GES Sportfoto/Getty Images)

It was anticipated that Team USA's women's gymnastics squad would win gold and they didn't disappoint. On Tuesday, July 30, the five-woman team of Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee, Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, and Hezly Rivera posted a combined score of 171.296 points to bag the gold. And, as expected, several A-list celebrities flew to Paris to cheer for the spectacular gymnasts as they gave their best on the mats of Paris' Bercy Arena. Here are eight celebs who were spotted in the stands during the women’s gymnastics team final at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

1. Natalie Portman

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 30: Natalie Portman is seen during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 30, 2024 in Paris, France — Natalie Portman was seen cheering for the women's gymnastics team at the Bercy Arena (Getty Images)

Natalie Portman, a known sports aficionado, was seen cheering for Team USA during the artistic gymnastics women's team Final on Day Four of the Paris Olympics. The 'Black Swan' actress, who owns an Italian soccer team, was seen chatting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino while she was present at the Bercy Arena, as per Hello Magazine.

2. Nicole Kidman

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 30: Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban and their daughters Faith and Sunday Rose are seen during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 30, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) — Nicole Kidman was spotted with Keith Urban and their daughters, Faith and Sunday Rose, at the Bercy Arena (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Nicole Kidman made it a family affair while cheering for Team USA. The 'Eyes Wide Shut' actress was accompanied by her rocker husband, Keith Urban, and their daughters, Sunday, 16, and Faith, 13. The family was seen having a gala time as they cheered for Simone Biles and her teammates while clicking selfies and chatting among themselves. On Day Two, they even attended the women's street skateboarding final.

3. Serena Williams

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 30: President of Paris 2024 Tony Estanguet (L), Serena Williams (R) and daughter are seen during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 30, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) — Serena Williams with her daughter, Olympia, and the President of Paris 2024 Tony Estanguet (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

The four-time Olympic gold medalist Serena Williams was also in the stands cheering on Simone Biles and company. It is quite poetic that the tennis champion was accompanied by her daughter Olympia, who she shares with her husband, Alexis Ohanian. President of Paris 2024 Tony Estanguet was seen sitting alongside Williams.

4. Spike Lee

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 30: Spike Lee is seen during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 30, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) — Spike Lee in a front-row seat at the Bercy Arena (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

'Malcolm X' director Spike Lee showed off his patriotic fervor while attending the artistic gymnastics women's team final at the Paris Olympics. He was dressed in a white USA basketball tank top from Nike, a Jordan cap, and white-framed glasses. At one point, he even jumped to his feet to cheer for the ladies.

5. Michael Phelps

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 30: Michael Phelps celebrates the gold medals of Team United States during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 30, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) — Michael Phelps was present at Bercy Arena to cheer for Team USA (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, returned to the Olympics this time to cheer for Team USA during the gymnastics women's team final. He cut an adorable figure as he was seen engaging with his youngest son, seven-month-old Nico, whom he shares with his wife, Nicole Johnson.

6. Bill Gates

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 30: Bill Gates (L) is seen during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 30, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) — Bill Gates was seen in the stands during the artistic gymnastics women's team final (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Bill Gates was also present in the stands of Paris' Bercy Arena to cheer for Simone Biles and the team. The Microsoft founder has traveled to the Olympics to join his pregnant daughter, Jennifer Gates, to support his son-in-law, Nayel Nassar, who is representing the Egyptian equestrian team.

7. Jonathan Owens

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 30: Family members of Simone Biles of Team United States, (L-R) her husband Jonathan Owens and parents Nellie and Ronald Biles look on during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 30, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) — Jonathan Owens with his wife Simone Biles' parents, Nellie and Ronald Biles, at Bercy Arena (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Simone Biles' husband and Chicago Bears player Jonathan Owens traveled to Paris to cheer for his spouse. The NFL star was joined by the gymnast's parents, Nellie and Ronald Biles.

8. Scottie Scheffler

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 30: Scottie Scheffler looks on during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on July 30, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images) — Scottie Scheffler with his wife, Meredith Scheffler, and son, Bennett (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Best Golfer ESPY Award winner of 2023 and 2024 Scottie Scheffler cheered for the women's gymnastics team with his wife, Meredith Scheffler, and their newborn son, Bennett. The pro-golfer is all set to make his Olympic debut as part of Team USA on Thursday, August 1.

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