Simone Biles Says She Was Sexually Abused by Former USA Doctor Larry Nassar

Olympic gymnast Simone Biles posted an emotional essay on Twitter, claiming she was sexually abused by ex-USA Gymnastics doctor, Larry Nassar, who pleaded guilty last November and was charged with molesting seven girls. He also faces lawsuits filed by over 125 women and girls.

“Most of you know me as a happy, giggly and energetic girl. But lately…I’ve felt a bit broken and the more I try to shut off the voice in my head the louder it screams,” Simone wrote. “I am not afraid to tell my story anymore. I too am one of the many survivors that was sexually abused by Larry Nassar.”

“For too long I’ve asked myself, ‘Was I too naive? Was it my fault?’ I now know the answer to those questions,” she continued. “No. No, it was not my fault. No, I will not and should not carry the guilt that belongs to Larry Nassar, USAG, and others.”