In May 2023, six-time U.S. Open champion Serena Williams shared the exciting news of her pregnancy on Instagram, confirming she and her husband Alexis Ohanian are expecting their second child. The announcement, made during the prestigious Met Gala, delighted the couple’s many fans worldwide.
The Instagram Announcement
Williams posted a carousel of photos on Instagram to break the news. One image depicted her cradling her baby bump, while another showed the couple sharing a joyous moment. The caption read, “Was so excited when Anna Wintour invited the 3 of us to the Met Gala,” hinting at their unborn child’s attendance. The post was accompanied by detailed descriptions of their outfits, hair, and makeup for the fashion event.
Family Trip and Baby Moon
In June, the former tennis star shared more intimate moments from her babymoon in Europe. Williams, Ohanian, their 5-year-old daughter Alexis Olympia, and some family members embarked on the trip. Photos showed Williams wearing attire that accentuated her pregnant belly, posing with her arms around her husband and loved ones.
Highlighting Moments with Daughter, Olympia
Particularly striking in the photos shared were the moments captured with their daughter Olympia. Serena shared a set of adorable baby-bump pictures featuring herself and Olympia, accompanying them with Green Day lyrics, “So take the photographs and still frames in your mind.”
Profile of Serena Williams
Born on September 26, 1981, Serena Williams is often considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time. With an impressive 319 weeks in the world No. 1 ranking in singles by the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), 23 Grand Slam women’s singles titles, and a Career Golden Slam in both singles and doubles, her accomplishments speak for themselves.
Career Highlights
Serena, coached by her parents alongside her sister Venus, went professional in 1995. She won her first major singles title at the 1999 US Open. She took a break from professional tennis after becoming pregnant in 2017 and played her expected final match at the 2022 US Open. Serena has won a total of 39 major titles: 23 in singles, 14 in women’s doubles, and two in mixed doubles.
Serena Williams’ Family
Shortly after their engagement, Serena and Alexis discovered they were expecting their first child. In September 2017, their daughter Alexis Olympia Ohanian was born. Her initials, AO, represent Serena’s notable achievement of winning the Australian Open in 2017 while pregnant.
Daughter’s Instagram Account
Serena and Alexis have dedicated an Instagram account to their daughter, Olympia, to capture and share precious moments of her life. It serves as a digital scrapbook, documenting milestones and celebrating the bond between parents and child.
Conclusion
At the age of 41, Serena Williams continues to inspire with her exceptional tennis career, her unyielding strength, and her devotion to her growing family. As she embarks on this exciting journey towards welcoming her second child, fans worldwide eagerly anticipate updates on this new chapter in Serena’s life.
