Jordan Chiles Reveals Struggles Behind Family Member’s Medical Case Amidst Hinting At a New Hobby

“It was very devastating… I used to just think every day, is she going to be able to live?” Jordan Chiles told Fortune last year, recalling the moment her world shifted. When her Aunt April moved in, 10-year-old Chiles imagined fun family time, maybe an ally in sibling spats. Instead, she watched helplessly as her aunt grew weaker, bedridden by something they barely understood—Type 1 diabetes. Years later, Chiles, a gymnast known for her fearless routines, is stepping beyond the mat. She’s opening up more than ever, partnering with pharmaceutical giant Sanofi to raise awareness about T1D—and exploring something entirely new. What is it?

The diagnosis was a shock. No family history, no warning signs. Just the realization that T1D can strike anyone. In a series of stories on Instagram on 12 March, Chiles shared how her world shifted when her Aunt April was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. “Our family was completely shocked when my Aunt April was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, as we have no family history. Now we know it can happen to anyone, at any time—and up to 90% of those diagnosed have no family history at all. Knowing sooner may give you the time you need to prepare for a potential T1D diagnosis.” #Sponsored #Sanofi_Partner @screenfortype1 #screenfortype1 #TheiPledge

That experience changed how she sees preparation—not just in sports, but in life. Now, she’s using her platform to raise awareness for early screening, teaming up with pharmaceutical giant Sanofi. “As an elite gymnast, my career has been built on preparedness. That’s why I am using my voice to advocate for the power of detecting type 1 diabetes (T1D) risk early and talking to your doctor about T1D screening.”

But Chiles isn’t just speaking out but also stepping into something new. In another story, she gave fans a peek at a different kind of challenge: audio editing. A screen displayed digital audio workstation software, with multiple sound waves layered on the screen. “Live finding new things about myself,” she wrote. Could this be a future in music or podcasting? She hasn’t said much yet, but if history has shown anything, it’s that Jordan Chiles doesn’t just try new things—she thrives in them.

The story is developing…

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