Sean Hannity Shares A Surprising Opinion About Simone Biles

Sean Hannity Shares A Surprising Opinion About Simone Biles

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By Hope Campbell/Aug. 4, 2021 11:30 am EST

Both fans and critics of the outspoken TV personality were more than a little taken aback when he went on the air after Simone Biles’ award-winning performance on the balance beam at the Olympic games – not to criticize, but to call out those who had sought to question Biles and her decision to walk away from most of the events for the sake of her mental health. He even called for tennis player Naomi Osaka – who pulled out of both the French Open - to be treated with the same consideration.

Sean scored points with social media for his stand

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But as with all issues, there were those that refused to be swayed, even if the call for civility came from Hannity himself. “Simone Biles quit on her team and her country. She should Not be celebrated for It,” one social media user huffed, while another retorted, “Who cares about @Simone_Biles ? Focus on the athletes that didn’t abandon their teams.”