Sports
A legendary life
Serena Williams
Serena Jameka Williams
Born September 26, 1981
American tennis champion whose 23 major singles titles are the most won by a woman in the Open Era.
Her story
A life that changed history
Serena Williams transformed women's tennis with her powerful serve, athleticism and sustained excellence across more than two decades. She won 23 major singles titles, completed career Grand Slams in singles and doubles, and earned four Olympic gold medals.
“But these days, if I have to choose between building my tennis résumé and building my family, I choose the latter.”
Serena Williams, Vogue, August 2022