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  • Serena's Slam: WNBA Moves, VC Ventures, and Family Moments at 43

    Serena's Slam: WNBA Moves, VC Ventures, and Family Moments at 43
    2025/08/13
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    Serena Williams, at 43, continues to capture the world’s attention not just with her legendary tennis legacy, but through a series of major moves, candid public moments, and social media buzz that make headlines everywhere. Stepping squarely into the business and cultural spotlight, Serena just announced she has become a co-owner of the Toronto Tempo, the brand new WNBA expansion team and the first of its kind in Canada. On Instagram, Serena called it a chance to fuel “something bigger than myself,” promising to lend her style sense to Tempo’s jerseys and merchandise collaborations. The WNBA’s approval of her investment is pending, but anticipation is high, with fans and business analysts alike seeing it as a long-term game-changer for women’s sports according to reporting in AOL.

    In a different domain entirely, Serena has emerged as a powerhouse investor. She was recently appointed entrepreneur-in-residence at Reckitt, the global health giant behind household brands like Lysol and Durex. Her new partnership with Reckitt—announced at Cannes Lions and covered by Fortune and AOL—puts her front and center mentoring startups in hygiene and maternal health, especially those led by women and people of color. Serena’s Serena Ventures now claims investments in over 14 unicorns, and she’s scaling up, committing a major push to overlooked but critical sectors where she argues “the returns are there—it’s not charity, it’s smart business.”

    Away from boardrooms, Serena’s personal life continues to intersect with public fascination. She appeared at the Wyn Beauty x Shopify pop-up, celebrating the first anniversary of her clean beauty brand and speaking openly with People Magazine about inner beauty and the high costs of maintaining success. She was clear: no new product launches anytime soon, happy with Wyn Beauty, motherhood, and her VC ventures—“I’m done!” she laughed during the event.

    Serena also keeps the world watching with her family adventures, recently sharing vibrant Instagram moments from Niagara Falls with her daughters Olympia and Adira as part of their “7 Wonders” world tour. Fans swooned over the candid mother-daughter scenes, but the conversation shifted with a recent hotel “celfie” that sparked social media debate over her appearance, with some fans expressing concern about her slimming figure and possible skin-tone changes. Serena had previously addressed rumors about skin bleaching, emphasizing her commitment to authenticity in a Wyn Beauty make-up tutorial. Despite the online drama, her continued gym dedication is understood as part of her post-pregnancy journey.

    As the headlines swirl—the WNBA co-ownership, big investment roles, beauty brand milestones, and her influencer-level social presence—one thing is clear: Serena Williams is still rewriting the script on what it means to be a sports icon, entrepreneur, and cultural force.

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  • Serena Williams: Redefining Retirement with Family, Fashion, and Fortune

    Serena Williams: Redefining Retirement with Family, Fashion, and Fortune
    2025/08/10
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    Serena Williams has been everywhere these last few days, and not just in the world of tennis. She’s making headlines for her transformative post-retirement look, major business moves, and the kind of personal moments that light up social media. Sports Illustrated breathlessly described her as almost unrecognizable in new photos with her daughter during a Niagara Falls trip. The slimmer physique, striking fashion choices, and the overall energy in those family snaps had SI comparing her current look to her formidable championship days, and fans noting how natural she is embracing this next life chapter. Even when she’s working out, her Instagram is full of playful captions about “working on her angles” and her new body, fans left more than 140,000 likes on her recent post according to her official Instagram.

    Yet the real talk is how Serena keeps putting her family front and center. On August 4, she shared that she’s kicking off an epic “girls trip” with her daughters, Olympia and Adira, aiming to visit all the wonders of the world. Niagara Falls was their starting line, setting serious mom goals. Photos and videos captured joyful moments with red ponchos and rainbows; Tina Knowles even left a comment calling it “such a great mother-daughter journey.” Alexis Ohanian her husband gushed about how the “greatest of all time” on the court turns out to be an even better mother at home.

    Of course, business headlines are never far away. The New York Stock Exchange spotlighted Serena for the launch of her new venture capital firm dedicated to investing in women-owned and minority-run businesses, an initiative already making her a central figure in finance. Recent essencecom coverage notes Serena Ventures is laser-focused on funding diverse founders, with her managing hundreds of millions in assets and backing companies like Masterclass and Impossible Foods. Not content with traditional investing, she’s balancing her beauty line, a clothing brand, a stake in the upcoming WNBA Toronto Tempo, and a growing media company—all while being the ongoing face of Nike, Puma, and other major brands.

    Even her interviews make news. A chat on YouTube this week highlighted her passion for impact investing, representation in entrepreneurship, and the very intentional way Serena Ventures was built—years assembling the right team and insisting on letting women lead with checks. The synergy between her advocacy and her money makes her unique in the celebrity business world.

    There’s no shortage of Serena buzz on social, business, and lifestyle platforms. Whether it’s a conversation about her family vacations, her trailblazing business moves, or the way she’s shifted global perceptions of what sports legends do after hanging up their rackets, Serena Williams is the woman whose legacy only seems to grow brighter every week.

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  • Serena's Epic Evolution: Championing Women, Family, and Wellness

    Serena's Epic Evolution: Championing Women, Family, and Wellness
    2025/08/06
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    Serena Williams has been everywhere recently on and off the court despite her official retirement from professional tennis. This past week has been especially eventful for the 23-time Grand Slam champion. The biggest headline is from Monday, when Serena announced she is joining the ownership group of the Toronto Tempo, the first Canadian WNBA team slated to tip off in 2026. In her official statement, Williams called the move an investment in the future of women’s sports and shared her excitement across Instagram with a short video showing off the team’s new league logo. She will not just be a silent partner; Serena will be involved in jersey design and special merchandise collaborations, marking a significant evolution in her business and public profile according to Good Morning America.

    On the family front, Serena and husband Alexis Ohanian have been out and about in New York City with their daughters Olympia, now 7, and Adira, nearly 2. Rarely photographed together as a unit, the stylish family was spotted during an afternoon stroll, Serena rocking a maroon romper and sunglasses while playfully trading parenting duties with Alexis. This sighting, reported by Parade and The Daily Mail, quickly made the rounds online with fans noting how radiant and happy Serena appeared. She has spoken recently to PEOPLE and other publications about defining her post-tennis greatness in terms of motherhood and being present for her children, calling being there for her daughters her new form of being a champion.

    On social media, Serena has kicked off what she described on Instagram as an “epic girls trip” with her daughters to see the seven wonders of the world, starting with Niagara Falls. Photos of the three in matching rain ponchos by the falls, plus video of a rainbow arcing across the water, drew praise and encouragement from famous friends like Tina Knowles and, of course, Serena’s husband, who posted heartfelt tributes to her as both a mother and a businesswoman.

    Serena also continues to make moves in business and wellness. According to TMZ, she has shrugged off criticism and commentary about her recent weight loss, telling reporters she feels great and is focused on her health journey—including a plant-based diet and cryotherapy. Investment-wise, Serena has backed Nara Organics, a new USDA-certified and FDA-registered organic infant formula startup, which attracted attention as the latest addition to her expansive entrepreneurial portfolio. Essence also highlights she remains active with her Will Perform body care brand, her S By Serena fashion line, and multimedia company 926 Productions.

    For those who follow every Serena appearance, the major theme is evolution: whether she’s investing in women’s sports infrastructure, building new wellness ventures, or documenting family adventures, Serena Williams continues to redefine what it means to be a star in and beyond the world of sports. There are no credible reports of a competitive tennis comeback and all sources indicate her focus remains firmly on family, business, and legacy.

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  • Serena's Slam: Tennis Icon, Mogul Mom, and Mentor Making Moves

    Serena's Slam: Tennis Icon, Mogul Mom, and Mentor Making Moves
    2025/08/03
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    Serena Williams has had a whirlwind few days, oscillating effortlessly between mogul, mom, celebrity friend, and philanthropic mentor. The most headline-grabbing moment—sure to be etched in tennis history—came as the Associated Press highlighted Williams being celebrated alongside Steffi Graf as one of the only women ever to achieve the Golden Slam, a formidable feat now dominating sports news. Just as her career-in-retrospect is again lauded, Serena’s day-to-day life could not be more current or dynamic. The latest paparazzi snaps, described in outlets like Parade and Sandrarose, caught Serena out in New York City with husband Alexis Ohanian and daughters Olympia and Adira, showcasing her signature style and an enviable aura of family happiness. These rare public moments reaffirm her commitment—voiced in interviews since retiring—to championing her daughters’ lives as tenaciously as she did her tennis matches.

    Business remains a Serena specialty. In late July, Face2Face Africa and other sources broke news of Serena’s appointment as Ritual’s first-ever women’s health advisor, a move that cements not just her celebrity but her platform for wellness advocacy. She curated a collection of favorite Ritual products, introducing them—and herself—to new audiences through Ulta Beauty, where her own makeup line, Wyn Beauty, also sells exclusively. Simultaneously, Serena took a hands-on mentorship role as Reckitt’s first Entrepreneur-in-Residence, personally supporting women- and minority-led health startups through the company’s £10 million Catalyst program, a global commitment announced at Cannes and widely reported by MediaPost. Her venture firm, Serena Ventures, is equally active: Billionaires Africa reported this week she joined a $32 million investment round backing Nara Organics, an infant formula startup promising to fill key gaps in premium nutrition.

    On the pop culture front, Serena’s Super Bowl appearance caught the public’s imagination. Candid Instagram posts showed her daughter Olympia practicing gumbo recipes and even dance routines with mom to prep for Serena’s surprise on-stage appearance during Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance. Her relationship with Taylor Swift also became gossip fodder; in a new Time interview, Serena explained why she kept her distance at the big game, supporting Swift publicly on social media while also shielding her daughter from the chaos, with a loving message to Swift that made a splash on X.

    Finally, Serena continues to address critics, as The Express describes her recent willingness to clap back at body transformation commentary, underscoring her unshakeable confidence. In every facet—sports icon, entrepreneur, mother, and advocate—these latest developments prove Serena Williams is still shaping the cultural conversation, one headline at a time.

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  • Serena's Unstoppable Moves: WNBA Ownership, Met Gala Glam, and Empowering Women Athletes

    Serena's Unstoppable Moves: WNBA Ownership, Met Gala Glam, and Empowering Women Athletes
    2025/07/30
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    Serena Williams has been everywhere these past few days adding even more layers to an already iconic career. On July 28, the big announcement landed that she is joining the ownership group for the Toronto Tempo, the first Canadian WNBA team which begins play in 2026. In classic Serena fashion, she described the move as not just about basketball but about showcasing the enormous potential of women athletes, calling it an incredible investment opportunity. Serena posted a jubilant video on Instagram with the Tempo logo saying New court new game adding her signature confidence for the league and, more broadly, women's sports. She'll be hands-on with merch collaborations and jersey designs for the new squad, working alongside Larry Tanenbaum of Kilmer Sports Ventures according to an official team statement and multiple reports from Good Morning America and AOL.

    Business moves continue for Williams, who on July 23 was revealed as the first-ever Women’s Health Advisor for Ritual, the wellness brand. Ritual CEO Katerina Schneider told Black Enterprise that Serena will actively shape new products behind the scenes, marking a deeper strategic partnership than a typical celebrity endorsement. This fits the trend of elite athletes moving into the health and beauty industries in leadership roles versus just lending a name. Ritual confirmed $250 million in gross revenue last year and clearly believes Serena levels up their brand.

    Williams has also been booked as a headline keynote at the upcoming Zeta Live 2025 conference in New York. Zeta Global’s CEO David A. Steinberg called her a trailblazer whose voice on reinvention and resilience will ignite panel discussions about leadership and transformation in AI-powered business, as highlighted in their press release and by Business Wire.

    On the celebrity side, Serena stunned on the Met Gala red carpet on July 29 in a shimmering icy-blue gown and debuted a rose-gold bob haircut with finger waves. Reported by AOL and People, this was her seventh Met appearance and the new look had fashion editors and fans buzzing across X and Instagram.

    In a July 2025 interview widely covered including by People Magazine and India Times, Serena fiercely addressed the media culture of women athletes downplaying their greatness, calling for more confidence and visibility. She said We don’t really celebrate ourselves enough, adding that she wants younger stars to show boldness not retreat, specifically referencing ongoing shifts on the WTA Tour.

    On social media, Serena lit up Instagram with playful banter with Simone Biles who is vacationing in the British Virgin Islands. Williams’ comment ughhh on Biles’ photos sparked further fun after Biles previously teased Serena’s Corsica getaway earlier this year. Sportskeeda and numerous fan pages have highlighted this mutual admiration between GOATs.

    Finally, even in her downtime, Serena’s life as a mom is in the spotlight. On July 28 she shared candidly about family time—including her six-hour solo adventure with her Yorkshire terrier, Chip, whose full name is Christopher Chip Rafael Nadal after her idol. EssentiallySports and various Instagram accounts captured these wholesome moments, with Serena reflecting on balancing family, business, and her unwavering love of competition.

    No major speculative stories or unverified rumors have made headlines in recent days. Everything making waves for Serena during this stretch—the WNBA ownership, her strategic roles in business, her Met Gala moment, high-profile keynote bookings, and outspoken advocacy—signals a new era that could influence sports, women’s business, pop culture, and beyond for years to come.

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  • Serena Williams: Unstoppable Icon Shines in Business, Wellness, and Stardom

    Serena Williams: Unstoppable Icon Shines in Business, Wellness, and Stardom
    2025/07/27
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    Serena Williams has made waves across headlines and social feeds these past few days for her dynamic presence on and off the court even in retirement. Just last night, Serena was seen in Miami at the Coldplay Music of the Spheres concert, where she and Aryna Sabalenka stole the attention of fans with their lively moves, Serena showing off blonde curls and a trendsetting brown outfit as she grooved and lip-synched in classic Serena fashion. Her playful, superstar reaction to Coldplay’s mid-song pause became a moment fans shared widely on Instagram, a reminder that while she’s not swinging racquets professionally anymore, she’s still one of the most visible personalities in the sporting world, drawing the spotlight everywhere she goes, as reported by Sportskeeda.

    On the business front, Serena’s recent announcement about joining Ritual as the brand’s first-ever women’s health advisor is making significant headlines. Ritual’s CEO Katerina Schneider revealed this new partnership on July 23, saying Serena would offer deep hands-on feedback in shaping future wellness products. This move marks a deeper dive for Serena into health and wellness entrepreneurship, a trend for high-profile athletes extending their influence far beyond their sporting prime—a development chronicled by Essence and Black Enterprise.

    And the business hustle does not end there. Serena continues to expand her Serena Ventures portfolio, with the fund’s early-stage rounds now including more than 14 billion-dollar companies according to CNBC Make It. Her investments focus on women and minority founders, and she’s become something of a mentor-in-chief for up-and-coming founders, recently reminding Fortune that her keys to business are the same as her keys to Grand Slam glory: discipline, persistence, and “showing up 28 hours out of 24.”

    On the media front, Serena took to X just days ago to tease a highly anticipated talk show project alongside her sister Venus, promising unfiltered conversation beyond tennis. Her online posts have signaled that fans should brace for some real talk as the sisters spill personal and professional truths under the banner #SisterTalk.

    Recent photos of Serena and Venus enjoying a Disney World getaway and tropical vacation escapes have gone viral, not just for their star power, but for the sisters’ seemingly ageless looks—fans have flooded Serena’s Instagram commenting she looks “stunning” and “like a teenager” according to AOL and Essence. Serena herself has been notably transparent about her fitness goals, posting updates about toning up after baby number two, and celebrating milestones like fitting back into a coveted skirt, reminding everyone that discipline is forever.

    In a headline-grabbing interview around July 25, Serena called out what she sees as a culture in women’s tennis of silencing powerful voices, making a strong plea for female athletes to confidently “scream that I am the best,” sharing with the Today Show and People Magazine that it is time to stop “dumbing down who we are.”

    Major headlines this week have read, “Serena Williams Joins Ritual as First Women’s Health Advisor,” “Serena Williams and Aryna Sabalenka Kick Back at Coldplay Concert,” and “Serena and Venus Williams Show Off New Looks on Disney Family Trip.”

    Altogether, Serena Williams remains unstoppable in redefining post-retirement life—balancing family, entrepreneuring, mentorship, bold self-advocacy, and extraordinary public presence. No major unconfirmed rumors or speculations have been reported these past few days, only a steady stream of verified milestone moments and cultural impact.

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  • Serena's Sizzling Summer: Business, Beauty, and Comeback Buzz

    Serena's Sizzling Summer: Business, Beauty, and Comeback Buzz
    2025/07/23
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    Serena Williams has been making headlines these past few days with a lively mix of business triumphs, family support, and social media sizzle—though no competitive tennis comeback just yet. While her presence at the recent Citi DC Open was felt indirectly, it was Venus Williams who took center court for her first singles win since 2023, a moment Serena’s husband Alexis Ohanian loudly celebrated on Instagram, posting a “Let’s go!” message as the Williams sisters’ circle drew online cheers, but Serena herself kept quiet and stayed out of the tournament spotlight. According to the Los Angeles Times, Venus joked in her post-match interview that Serena was “in the way” of her doubles success with new partner Hailey Baptiste, drawing laughter and hinting at the sibling dynamic that always delights fans.

    Venus fueled more speculation at the DC Open by telling reporters she misses “doing everything together” with Serena, adding, “She can take six months off and she clocks it clean. You can’t teach that kind of talent,” but then clarified she has “no idea” what Serena has planned for tennis. The Times of India and Sports Illustrated both report that even Venus wishes for Serena to return but admits it’s unlikely—at least for now—and insists Serena would be the first to announce anything herself.

    On the business front, Serena continues her billionaire-in-the-making narrative. As reported in Pro Football Network, her venture capital firm Serena Ventures has surpassed $100 million in investments, focusing on women and minority-led start-ups. Meanwhile, Forbes and other business outlets peg her net worth at around $350 million, miles ahead of Venus’s $95 million. Serena is also promoting Wyn Beauty, her inclusive vegan makeup line, while finding time to tease a new talk show podcast alongside Venus. Her recent message on X promised, “The world’s not ready for the real conversations Venus and I are going to pull out on our podcast. Don’t be scared… This isn’t just tennis, it’s our unfiltered truth.” That’s a headline maker all on its own.

    For fans more interested in lifestyle than IPOs, Serena recently lit up Instagram with tropical vacation posts, stunning in a powder blue bikini alongside friends and showing off a toned physique shaped by a discipline she’s brought from tennis into her fitness journey, according to Essence magazine.

    Finally, in the lighter moments, Serena surprised fans with an impromptu dance in public, caught on video and making the rounds on social media this week. If you’re listening for talk of her competitive return, it’s all wishful thinking—stoked by Venus and fueled by every new Serena sighting—but no verified plans for a comeback have surfaced as of today. For now, Serena Williams remains a business powerhouse, style icon, supportive sister, and the subject of constant tennis world speculation, with every move watched and every word weighed for secret signals of her next big act.

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  • Still Serena: Williams Sparks US Open Comeback Buzz, Radiates Confidence in Bikini, and Makes Waves in Business

    Still Serena: Williams Sparks US Open Comeback Buzz, Radiates Confidence in Bikini, and Makes Waves in Business
    2025/07/20
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    Serena Williams has dominated headlines this week as buzz about her potential US Open return ignited the sports world. On July 18, Williams set off rampant speculation with an Instagram reel showing her confidently back on the tennis court. The video featured her sharp movement and signature power, set to Dr. Dres Still DRE and punctuated only by the phrase Still Serena. According to Marca, this brief clip, dropped six weeks before the US Open, has fans and commentators questioning whether Williams—who famously disliked the word 'retirement'—could stage a dramatic comeback at 43. While there’s been no confirmation from Serena or her team, her legendary resilience and six US Open titles ensure the story has legs.

    Off the court, Williams also made waves on Instagram with a series of vacation posts. She turned heads lounging on a luxury yacht in a striking periwinkle blue bikini, her abs and self-assurance serenaded by her 18 million followers. Outlets such as Times of India and AOL spotlighted these photos, with fans and even Monday Swimwear celebrating her style and fitness. The timing of her workout selfies and toned look—one post simply saying Working out and working on my angles—had friends and fans fueling comeback rumors and internet discourse about her physique. Regardless of the chatter, Williams radiated confidence, frequently highlighting moments with friends and family, including a sweet video of her daughter Olympia adjusting her outfit during vacation.

    On the business front, Williams made a headline-grabbing move by becoming the first-ever entrepreneur-in-residence at Reckitt, the British health giant behind brands like Lysol and Durex, as reported by AOL Finance. This role puts her at the center of mentoring startups focused on hygiene, maternal care, and health equity—fields where women and diverse founders are severely underfunded. Williams’s appointment coincided with the launch of Reckitt Catalyst, a 10 million pound initiative to boost 200 underrepresented founders globally. Her venture fund, Serena Ventures, recently announced raising its inaugural 111 million dollar fund and now counts over 14 unicorn companies in its portfolio, doubling down on overlooked sectors and deepening her biographical impact as a business force.

    In a lighter moment, Williams celebrated the first anniversary of her clean beauty brand WYN Beauty at a high-profile LA event and told People she’s not planning any more major business launches, happily focusing on beauty, entrepreneurship, and family. Social media continues to go wild—not just about possible tennis comebacks, but her ongoing willingness to live joyfully and authentically. Everywhere she’s seen—on court, on yachts, or in the boardroom—Serena Williams remains the conversation.

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