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Step Aside, Fellas: Serena Williams Is ACTUALLY The Greatest Athlete Of All Time
When it comes to sports, there is a Mount Rushmore of athletes, specifically in our generation, that houses an elite group of high-caliber players. And although most of this list of who-is-who is debatable, we collectively all have a pretty good sense of who these people generally are (usually Nike-signed athletes: LeBron James, Tom Brady, Tiger Woods, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Serena Williams, Peyton Manning, Mike Tyson...)
I could go on and on.
But people assumed after Tom Brady's recent Super Bowl victory, his seventh to be exact, that the conversation was over—which don't get me wrong, his tenure as an athlete is impressive AF. Buttttttttttttttttttttttt, these same folks have somehow forgot about one little thing: Serena 'Fcking' Williams.
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And listen, I don't know how all this GOAT talk had somehow skipped over our good sis, but um...the internet got all that together real quick when they started slapping down facts like a joker in a spades game. Mostly because Serena isn't the greatest tennis player of all time, she is the greatest athlete of all time. Period.
And if there's any question (and because she loves art and galleries so much), then you can come take a walk into my 'Serena Williams Museum Of Facts,' because I got all that you need--
Exhibit A: 23 Grand Slams, 358 Wins, 4 Olympic Gold Medals, and more:
Serena has accumulated accolades that most athletes can only dream of. Not bad for a sport where you aren't allowed a bad game (which she has translated into winning 358 times. 358).
Exhibit B: Oh, and she has a hella impressive Trophy Room to back it up:
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Recently, Serena gave us a tour of her home for the February issue of Architectural Digest. In the article, written by fellow-GOAT, Elaine Welteroth, she flexes up and down the Miami coast in her amazingly stunning home, which she partnered with sister, Venus Williams' interior design company, V Star, to complete.
Exhibit C: Comparisons that don't...compare:
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*Files nails*
Exhibit D: Battling racism, hate, disadvantages (and more) in a way that *others* never have:
In an interview with Sirius XM's 'Shade 45" show, Williams shared some of the ways that her and Venus experienced racism early on when one of the hosts asked how she was able to focus on winning, despite constant berating.
"I remember when my sister was playing, I could tell when she would win points and when she would lose. The crowd would be really loud if she lost a point, and then there would be almost silence if she won the game or the point."
She adds that this is how she could sometimes tell how her sister was playing when she wasn't able to watch her matches.
"It's just something I had to grow used to. It had to be normal for me…to realize people weren't gonna root for me because I was different and I looked different."
Exhibit E:...and doing it all, while being a mommy:
By far, more than anything in this world, Serena's favorite role she could ever play, is being a mom to her daughter, Olympia.
"I would never have thought that I would be playing as a mom. The plus is that one day your daughter can say she was there. Whether she remembers or not, I'm always going to have pictures. But other than that, it's all minus. I'm not with her, I'm not around her and it's hard. For me, it's hard because I spend a tremendous amount of time with her."
Be still, my heart.
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Williams is currently playing in the Australian Open, and looking to add another trophy to the case. And now that your 'Serena Williams Museum Of Facts' tour has concluded...anymore questions?
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Charmin Michelle is a southern native and creative spirit who works as a content marketer and events manager in Chicago. She enjoys traveling, #SummertimeChi, and the journey of mastering womanhood. Connect with her on Instagram @charminmichelle.
How This New Bond Repair Line Transformed One Mother's Postpartum Shedding Into The Ultimate Curl Comeback
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For Crystal Obasanya, her wash day woes came shortly after her son did. The beauty and lifestyle content creator had been natural for years, but during postpartum, she quickly learned about one reality many mothers can relate to experiencing: postpartum hair loss. “Sis had thinning hair. Sis had split ends,” she shared about her hair changes in a Reel via xoNecole.
Over a year into her postpartum journey, Crystal explained she also had dry, brittle hair, noting that keeping it hydrated before pregnancy had already been “a task.” The 4C natural recalled going from thick hair during pregnancy to a thin hairline due to postpartum shedding as “devastating.” When it came to strengthening and revitalizing her hair, the new SheaMoisture Bond Repair Collection was just the thing she needed to elevate her damaged coils to revive and thrive status and get them poppin' again.
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The haircare system revives damaged natural hair by repairing and rebuilding broken hair bonds through a game-changing combination of HydroPlex Technology and AminoBlend Complex, a unique blend of fortifying amino acids formulated specifically for curly and coily hair. Scientifically proven to reduce breakage by 84% and make your hair six times stronger (vs. non-conditioning shampoo), the collection infuses your hair with the nourishment it craves and the strength it deserves.
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“When trying it out, I quickly noticed that my hair felt revived and renewed, and my curls were so hydrated,” Crystal said while using the Amla-infused Bond Repair Leave-In Conditioner. “I also felt my hair strands were stronger.” So much so that the influencer felt brave enough to get her hair braided shortly thereafter. “I can definitely say that I will be keeping it in my hair wash routine,” she added in the caption of her Reel about her positive experience using the products.
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Halle Bailey On Transformative Year As A Mom And Shares Post-Baby Workout Regimen
Actress and singer Halle Bailey is embracing the joys of new motherhood while sharing insights into her post-pregnancy fitness journey six months after giving birth.
The 24-year-old welcomed her son Halo with partner Darryl "DDG" Granberry earlier this year. Since then, the couple has been giving fans glimpses into their personal lives, opening up about their parenting journey on their respective social media accounts, and sharing posts of family outings and vacations.
Recently, the "In Your Hands" vocalist has captivated fans' attention by showcasing her athletic physique in various form-fitting attires, including bikinis and dresses. While Bailey had initially kept the details of her fitness regimen private, she finally opened up about her journey and motherhood on the 2024 BET Awards red carpet with Entertainment Tonight.
During the interview, the "Angel" songstress revealed that her life has improved since welcoming her son Halo in January. When asked about her experience raising her six-month-old, Bailey shared that she remains in awe each day.
“It's been so beautiful. I’ve never been more in love with something, someone in my life,” she said. “I look at him, and I can’t believe he’s mine. I’m just so grateful.”
The Little Mermaidstar, who recently completed a project in Virginia, opened up about balancing motherhood and work, revealing that she takes her son Halo wherever she goes.
“He [was] living with me there. I can’t function unless I know he’s near me. Yeah, it was the best time. He loved it there,” she stated.
Wrapping up the segment, Bailey shared an exciting milestone in Halo's development: the appearance of his first teeth.
Toward the end of the interview, the "Do It" singer addressed the buzz surrounding her post-pregnancy physique. Bailey credited hot yoga and boxing for her fitness transformation, highlighting how these activities helped her regain her shape and boost her confidence.
“I’ve just been feeling stronger and more confident in myself,” she said. “So I’ve been going to hot yoga. I’ve been doing a lot of boxing classes, anything just to get me sweating really hard, and I have seen a difference in myself, so I’m happy about it. I’m like, ‘Wow, okay, this is cool.’”
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