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Serena Williams Bio


  • Coached by father, Richard Williams, and mother, Oracene Price; trainer is Kerrie Brooks; previously coached by Rick Macci
  • Began playing tennis at age 5 at public courts in Compton, California
  • Is youngest of five girls: Lyndrea, Isha, Yetunde (deceased September 14, 2003) and Venus
  • Has participated in many clinics; makes numerous appearances at schools and charitable and community organizations, particularly those which target programs for at-risk youth
  • Interested in fashion and acting; opened her own clothing line (Aneres) and often wears her own designs
  • Favorite author is Maya Angelou
  • Hobbies are watching movies and football, reading, acting, talking on the phone and spending time with family/friends
  • Self-described as humorous with a great personality
  • Favorite place to visit is Italy
  • Likes to listen to Mariah Carey, Brandy
  • Debuted custom-designed Nike apparel line in Paris in May 2004.
Biographical information from WTA. Unless noted otherwise all data as of year-end 2008.


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