Serena Williams Short biography
Williams was born in Saginaw, Michigan, to Oracene Price and Richard Williams. She and her sister Venus were raised in Compton, California, where they began playing tennis at a young age. Their father, Richard, coached them both and instilled in them a strong work ethic and a desire to win.
Williams married Alexis Ohanian, a co-founder of Reddit, in 2017. They have one daughter, Olympia, who was born in 2017. Williams is a vocal advocate for women's rights and social justice. She has spoken out against racism and sexism, and she has also used her platform to advocate for equal pay for women.
Beyond her tennis career, Williams is a successful businesswoman. She has her clothing line, jewelry line, and investment firm. She is also a co-founder of Serena Ventures, a venture capital firm that invests in companies founded by women and minorities.
