On Halloween, a New York City drag performer named Terren Wooten Clarke, also known as Kizha Carr, celebrated the season with a creative tribute to gymnastics star Simone Biles. Clarke’s costume, a humorous blend of Biles and Timon from *The Lion King*, quickly went viral on social media. Clarke, who playfully dubbed the character “Timon Biles,” appeared in a golden leotard and Olympic medal, attempting various gymnastics moves with exaggerated flair. His video featured humorous takes on Biles’ iconic routines, even trying a Yurchenko move in a pool room and reenacting her victory gestures.
Fans were thrilled by Clarke’s unique portrayal, and many expressed hopes that Simone Biles herself would see the performance. Known for drawing inspiration from both cartoon superheroes and gender-fluid aesthetics, Clarke used Halloween as an opportunity to combine humor with admiration for Biles, capturing the gymnastics legend’s essence in a lighthearted way.
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Clarke’s path to this viral moment is rooted in New York’s vibrant drag scene. Originally from Oklahoma, Clarke moved to New York City to perform in *The Book of Mormon*. However, he soon shifted to drag, establishing a group called the House of Carr and embracing drag as a platform for self-expression and challenging gender norms. His Halloween tribute received widespread praise from fans, who were captivated by his wit and creativity.
Other fans also joined in the celebration of Biles’ achievements, with one fan decorating their home with a skeleton dressed in a Biles-inspired leotard, reenacting a high vault jump in honor of her athletic prowess. The excitement surrounding these tributes reflects the admiration Biles has inspired, especially following her recent success at the Paris Olympics, where she won multiple medals.