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Serena Williams didn’t feel her body type was “celebrated” when she was younger. The tennis champion felt her sister Venus Williams was seen as having an “acceptable” shape because she is tall and thin, but her own curvaceous frame wasn’t viewed in a positive light. She said: “When I was growing up, what was celebrated…

While fans were rooting for Serena Williams to pull through at the 2020 French Open, she has been forced to withdraw due to an injury. The 39-year-old tennis star made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 30, ahead of her match against Bulgarian tennis star Tsvetana Pironkova. “It’s my Achilles that didn’t have enough time to…

This time, LeBron James did not need to utter a single syllable to make a powerful public statement as he did for the late Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2020. Already kneeling during the national anthem prior to the Lakers’ Game 4 playoff contest with the Portland Trailblazers, King James, 35,…

Serena Williams has helped donate 4.25 million face masks to schools. The 38-year-old tennis star — who has 2-year-old daughter Olympia with husband Alexis Ohanian — is doing her bit to make sure there are enough face coverings for children in the U.S. to help stop the spread of COVID-19 before schools return later this…

Serena Williams is helping her daughter make sound investments early by creating new opportunities within the sports world. Williams, who is married to Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, shared some exciting news about their two-year-old daughter Alexis Olympia on social media Tuesday, July 21. The 38-year-old tennis superstar shared an image on her Instagram story announcing…

Serena Williams‘ daughter Olympia helps her with her morning beauty routine. The 38-year-old tennis star enlists the help of her two-year-old daughter Olympia — whom she has with her husband Alexis Ohanian — when it comes to getting ready in the morning, as the tyke is already a pro at using a beauty blender. In…

A horde of Serena Williams fans went volcanic after Nike called Maria Sharapova “one of the greatest competitors in the history of the sport” upon her retirement announcement on Feb. 26, 2020. Sharapova, 32, hung up her tennis racket after winning five Grand Slam tennis titles, including a victory over Williams at age 17. She…

Serena Williams‘ “heroes” are mothers. The 38-year-old tennis star is mother to 2-year-old daughter Alexis Olympia — whom she has with her husband Alexis Ohanian — and has said motherhood has made her realize who the real “heroes” in the world are, as she can’t believe the amount of work that goes into raising a…

On Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, Google released a new video ahead of Black History Month highlighting phenomenal African Americans who have made noteworthy accomplishments. The concept behind the video is to bring awareness to some of “the most searched” history makers and moments that have captured the attention of the world. It opens with “the…

The need for greater awareness and support of mental health and wellness in the African American community remains an ongoing and intentional effort. Prompted by his own personal experiences with mental illness, Calvin G. Seino, better known as DJ Tryfe, decided to turn his 30th birthday celebration into the Viribus Ball to raise money and awareness. “I…

Serena Williams has announced her entry into the tech space. The tennis champion recently teamed up with Bumble and Alice founders Elizabeth Gore and Carolyn Rodz to help shape the future of small business. Bumble and Williams’ company, Serena Ventures, will join SVB Financial Group, Silicon Valley Bank’s holding company, as lead, as well as Cathie Reid, Jean Case, Phyllis…

Serena Williams‘ daughter already judges her fashion looks. The 38-year-old tennis star has two-year-old daughter Alexis Olympia with her husband Alexis Ohanian and has said the toddler looks set for a career in fashion because she already has opinions on the clothes her mother wears. The Compton native recently launched her Serena Williams Jewelry line,…

DETROIT – With Detroit’s resurgence, it was only right for Forbes Under 30 Summit to host its annual event in Detroit for the first time. With over 9,000 in attendance, the four-day summit took place Oct. 27–30 at the historic Detroit Masonic Temple. The summit brought together the brightest and best from around the world…

Serena Williams praised her daughter as her “greatest accomplishment” as she rang in her second birthday with a touching tribute on social media. She wrote alongside a picture taken on the day of Olympia’s birth: “The last 2 years have been my greatest accomplishment (sic)” View this post on Instagram The last 2 years…

Tennis star Naomi Osaka at 2019 US Open (Photo by Derrel Johnson for Steed Media Service)

Serena Williams is looking capture her 24th career singles title and her seventh US Open title after facing Maria Sharapova last night in the opening round of the 2019 US Open. Williams, who turns 38 next month, dismantled Sharapova 6-1, 6-1, in opening round action last night and is favored to win the 2019 US…

One of the greatest tennis players of all time and one of the most business-savvy NBA owners are teaming up to support a start-up company devoted to lowering mortality rates among mothers. Twenty-three-time Grand Slam tennis legend Serena Williams, 37, is particularly sensitive about this topic after her extremely difficult childbirth experience in 2018 that…

Serena Williams has ruled herself out as baby Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor’s godmother. The royal’s mother, the Duchess of Sussex, made a surprise appearance at Wimbledon on July 4, 2019, to support her friend, but speaking at a press conference that day, the tennis ace insisted she isn’t one of the secret godparents Meghan Markle and…

Serena Williams won’t be giving the Duchess of Sussex parenting advice anytime soon. The 37-year-old tennis star has been friends with the former actress — who was known as Meghan Markle before marrying Prince Harry last year — for several years, and she admitted she’ll wait before she gives her pal any tips on motherhood after…

Ciara and Serena Williams had a playdate with their daughters in Cannes. The “Goodies” singer and her daughter Sienna, two, joined the tennis star and her child Alexis Olympia, 21 months, for a “special” playdate in the French city recently where they spent time in the pool. Ciara said the time was precious to her because…

Serena Williams and Jay-Z are among a slew of a-list celebrities who have invested in Impossible Foods. Impossible Foods made the revelation on Monday after announcing that they had raised $300 million for their company, which specializes in developing plant-based substitutes for meat and dairy products. Overall, Impossible Foods has raised more than $750 million and…