One person said, “Made my day,” while another simply wrote, “So cute!” Biles didn’t attend alone—her mother was by her side as she accepted a TIME100 Impact Award, which honors leaders making big changes in the world. Actor Kristen Bell presented the award and joked about their height difference, said TIME 100.

You don’t need to stand on an Olympic stage in order to have an impact,” said the gymnast. “You just need to show up and stay true to who you are.”

TIME held its annual gala to honor their list of the world's most influential people. See Simone Biles, Serena Williams, and more.