Thu Dec 25 23:30:00 UTC 2025: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Olympic Gymnast Suni Lee Trades Leotard for Lens as Guest NFL Photographer

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – December 25, 2025 – Olympic gold medalist and decorated artistic gymnast Suni Lee took a break from the balance beam to step onto the gridiron as a guest photographer for the NFL’s Christmas Day matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions. The NFL’s official X account revealed a video of the St. Paul native announcing her new role at the Week 17 game, broadcast on Netflix.

“Hey, guys, it’s Sunny. I’m here at the game today,” Lee said in the video. “Merry Christmas. I’m gonna be a photographer for the day, so I’m really excited. Let’s have a good game. Skol!” Her enthusiastic “skol” at the end of the message left no doubt about which team the hometown hero would be rooting for.

Lee, who rose to international fame at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games, where she secured a gold medal in the team event and two bronze medals in the individual all-around and uneven bars competitions, has been exploring diverse interests beyond gymnastics. A frequent attendee at NBA games, this foray into NFL photography marks another exciting chapter for the 22-year-old.

The Vikings entered the game with a 7-8 record, hoping to salvage the season after falling short of playoff expectations. The Lions, at 8-7, were fighting to keep their playoff dreams alive with a crucial win.

This appearance further solidifies Suni Lee’s status as a multifaceted star, proving her passion and talent extend far beyond the world of gymnastics.

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