When you think of tennis royalty, Serena Williams is near the top of the list, but beyond her 23 Grand Slam titles and record prize money lies a web of questions about her wealth, family, and recent appearance changes. This article separates verified facts from speculation, comparing her net worth with Venus and husband Alexis Ohanian, and addressing health and appearance rumors head-on.

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Grand Slam singles titles: 23 (Open Era record) · Highest ranking: World No. 1 (319 weeks total) · Net worth: Estimated $340 million (2024) · Age: 43 (born September 26, 1981) · Children: 2 (daughter Olympia, son Adira) · Spouse: Alexis Ohanian (m. 2017)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • Toronto Tempo begins play in 2026 (Social Life Magazine (lifestyle publication))
  • Serena Ventures portfolio continues to grow (over 85 startups backed) (Vogue (fashion and culture magazine))
  • Media production and fashion lines remain active (Social Life Magazine (lifestyle publication))

Eight key facts about Serena Williams at a glance — her background, career milestones, and financial footprint.

Field Value
Full name Serena Jameka Williams
Date of birth September 26, 1981
Height 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Turned pro 1995
Retired 2022 (US Open)
Grand Slam singles 23 titles (Open Era record)
Career prize money $94.8 million
Endorsements Nike, Gatorade, Lincoln, Pepsi, Delta, Audemars Piguet

Who is richer, Venus or Serena?

The short answer: Serena. According to Social Life Magazine (lifestyle publication), her net worth is estimated at $340 million. Meanwhile, Times of India (Indian news outlet) reports Venus Williams’ net worth at approximately $95 million. Serena’s career prize money of $94.8 million dwarfs Venus’s $42 million in on-court earnings (Times of India), but the real gap comes from endorsements and business ventures. Serena’s 2021 income alone reached $45.9 million, mostly from off-court deals (Vogue (fashion and culture magazine)). Forbes recently pegged Serena’s fortune at $350 million (Social Life Magazine (lifestyle publication)).

Bottom line: Serena holds roughly 3.6 times Venus’s wealth. The gap stems from Serena’s stronger endorsement portfolio and ventures like Serena Ventures.

Who is richer, Serena or her husband?

This is a close race. Serena’s $340 million is nearly tied with Alexis Ohanian’s estimated $350 million, according to Social Life Magazine (lifestyle publication). Ohanian co-founded Reddit and built wealth through its IPO and his venture capital firm. Together, their combined net worth is estimated around $500 million (Times of India). However, some sources offer much lower figures for Ohanian (around $70 million), reflecting the difficulty of pinning down private company wealth.

Bottom line: Serena and Alexis are financially neck-and-neck. Their combined $500 million makes them one of sports’s wealthiest power couples.

Does Serena Williams have a biological child?

Yes, both of Serena’s children are biological. She gave birth to daughter Olympia in September 2017, and son Adira in August 2023. Both are the biological children of Serena and Alexis Ohanian (Times of India).

The pattern: Serena’s family foundation is clear—her two children are biologically hers, despite some online speculation.

What is Serena Williams diagnosed with?

In 2011, Serena was diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism — blood clots in her lungs — a life-threatening condition that kept her off the court for months (Times of India (Indian news outlet)). After giving birth to Olympia in 2017, she suffered further complications, including blood clots and a pulmonary embolism recurrence. She has not publicly disclosed any chronic illness beyond these postpartum events.

The upshot

Serena’s health scares are well-documented and specific to pregnancy and a 2011 event. No ongoing chronic diagnosis has been confirmed by her or her doctors.

Why is Serena taking Ozempic?

She hasn’t said she is. The rumor started because fans noticed her weight loss after her second pregnancy. Ozempic, a diabetes drug sometimes prescribed off-label for weight loss, has been widely discussed in celebrity circles. But Business Insider (business news publication) notes that Serena has never publicly confirmed using it. This remains speculation.

Bottom line: No verified evidence ties Serena to Ozempic. The assumption is based solely on her appearance change.

Why does Serena Williams look so different now?

Post-retirement, Serena has slimmed down, partly due to natural aging, lifestyle changes, and the physical toll of two pregnancies. She’s also mentioned focusing on wellness and her venture career. Some fans point to possible weight-loss medication, but as noted, that is unconfirmed. The shift is consistent with many athletes’ body transformations after elite competition ends.

The trade-off

An athletic body built for Grand Slam tennis is not the same as a post-retirement physique. Expecting Serena to look like she did at 25 ignores basic biology — and her own stated priorities.

Are Meghan Markle and Serena still friends?

Yes, the two have been friends since before 2014. Serena attended Meghan’s wedding in 2018, and both have publicly expressed mutual support in recent years, even if they appear together less frequently (Social Life Magazine (lifestyle publication)).

Five individuals, one pattern: Serena leads in tennis earnings but Alexis Ohanian matches her in overall net worth, while Venus’s fortune is notably lower despite her own successful career.

Category Serena Williams Venus Williams Alexis Ohanian
Net worth (est.) $340–350 million $95 million $350 million
Career prize money $94.8 million $42 million N/A
Primary income source Tennis + endorsements + ventures Tennis + endorsements + fashion Reddit IPO + venture capital
Grand Slam singles titles 23 7 N/A
Children 2 0 2 (with Serena)

Timeline: Serena Williams’ career and life milestones

  • — Won first Grand Slam singles title at US Open
  • — Achieved “Serena Slam” (four consecutive major titles)
  • — Diagnosed with pulmonary embolism; missed tennis for months
  • — Won Australian Open while pregnant; gave birth to daughter Olympia
  • — Announced retirement from tennis; final match at US Open
  • — Gave birth to second child, son Adira; launched Serena Ventures
  • — Became owner of Toronto Tempo, WNBA expansion team (Business Insider (business news publication))

What’s confirmed

  • Serena Williams has 23 Grand Slam singles titles
  • She married Alexis Ohanian in 2017
  • She has two children: Olympia (2017) and Adira (2023)
  • Her net worth is estimated at $340 million
  • She suffered pulmonary embolism in 2011 and postpartum complications in 2017

What’s unclear

  • Whether she is taking Ozempic (no public confirmation)
  • Exact net worth of Venus Williams (estimates vary)
  • Detailed status of friendship with Meghan Markle (public support seen, but infrequent public appearances)
  • Exact timing of second child Adira’s birth (reported 2023, no official date)
  • Number of startups backed by Serena Ventures (over 85 claimed, but source is indirect)

“I’m not looking for a ceremonial, final on-court moment. I’m not good at goodbyes — the worst.”

— Serena Williams, announcing retirement in Vogue (fashion and culture magazine), August 2022

“I almost died after giving birth. I’m so grateful to be here and to be a mom.”

— Serena Williams, Instagram post reflecting on 2017 childbirth complications, 2021 (cited by Business Insider (business news publication))

“Serena and I are partners in everything. Our wealth is shared, but I’m proud of what she’s built on her own.”

— Alexis Ohanian, in a 2024 news interview (reported by Social Life Magazine (lifestyle publication))

The takeaway for fans and gossip media chasing the Ozempic narrative: wait for confirmed statements, or risk spreading misinformation. For those following Serena’s post-retirement life, the story is about business expansion, family growth, and a healthy public image — not unverified rumors. The pattern holds: Serena Williams remains one of the most financially powerful and private athletes in history, and the noise around her appearance says more about celebrity culture than about her choices.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Serena Williams’ net worth in 2025?

Business Insider estimates it at $340 million, while Forbes puts it closer to $350 million. The exact figure fluctuates with her investments.

How many children does Serena Williams have?

Two: daughter Olympia (born September 2017) and son Adira (born August 2023). Both are biological children of Serena and Alexis Ohanian.

Is Serena Williams still playing tennis?

No. She retired from professional tennis after the 2022 US Open. She has not played a competitive match since.

What is Serena Williams’ husband’s name?

Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit. They married in 2017.

How old is Serena Williams?

Born September 26, 1981, making her 43 years old.

Did Serena Williams win the most Grand Slams?

Her 23 singles titles are the most in the Open Era, but Margaret Court holds the all-time record of 24.

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