Serena Williams Denies Skin Tone Alteration Rumors

Serena Williams has addressed rumors about skin bleaching after a video sparked speculations about her appearance. During an Instagram Live session, she denied the allegations, explaining the differences in her skin tone were due to sunlight exposure and stage makeup she wore while volunteering at her daughter's school play. Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, emphasized her pride in being a dark-skinned Black woman and reiterated that she does not bleach her skin. She added that while she does not judge those who choose to alter their skin tone, bleaching is not something she does. The tennis legend has often faced criticism about her appearance, but she remains confident and dismissive of these claims. Her response has been widely covered and shared across various media outlets, reinforcing her stance against the judgmental comments.