Serena Williams has once again proven she’s not just a tennis icon but also a style powerhouse. The 23-time Grand Slam champion recently made waves on social media after stepping out in a gorgeous pink gown that grabbed everyone’s attention—including Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles.
The outfit featured a bold crisscross halter neckline with chic cut-out details, perfectly paired with Serena’s voluminous curls and understated jewelry. Sharing her look on Instagram, Williams playfully captioned it:
“Call me EXTRA because I stay poppin’—bubble gum that is.”
The post quickly drew admiration from fans and celebrities alike. Among the commenters was Tina Knowles, who dropped several fire and heart emojis—“🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️”—to show her love for Serena’s look.
Tina Knowles, affectionately known as “Mama Tina,” is not only Beyoncé and Solange’s mother but also a renowned fashion designer and businesswoman. She has long shared a friendly bond with Serena, who has previously attended Beyoncé’s events, including the famous “Carter Push Party.”
Tina Knowles Applauds Serena’s Mother-Daughter Adventure
Earlier this year, Tina also praised Serena for creating beautiful experiences with her daughters, Olympia and Adira, whom she shares with Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian. Serena took her girls to Niagara Falls in August, marking the first stop on their “girls trip” to explore the Seven Wonders of the World—a promise she had made to Olympia.
Williams captioned the post:
“A year ago I told @olympiaohanian that we would start an epic girls trip that would include the 7 wonders of the world… We started with #NiagaraFalls … where to next?”
Tina responded warmly in the comments, writing:
“Such a great mother-daughter journey ❤️.”
Both Knowles and Williams were honored as part of Glamour’s Women of the Year in 2024, celebrating their impact and inspiration to women globally.
Serena Expands Her Influence Beyond the Court
Since retiring from tennis, Serena has channeled her energy into entrepreneurship. She recently became an entrepreneur-in-residence at Reckitt Catalyst, mentoring early-stage founders and sharing her experiences as a business leader. Through her firm, Serena Ventures, she continues to invest in women-led startups.
Adding another milestone, Williams joined the ownership group of Toronto Tempo, the WNBA’s first Canadian franchise, set to debut in 2026—proving once again that Serena’s influence stretches far beyond the tennis court.
