‘Mom and Dad Were So Adamant..’- 42-Year-Old Venus Williams Discloses the Real Reason Behind $5,000,000 Heartening Project for Legendary American Artist

Venus Williams is one player who knows what is like to be discriminated against. She has encountered many instances of racial discrimination but never relented. Along with her sister, Serena Williams, she boycotted the Indian Wells Masters after they were racially abused by the crowd. However, her indomitable spirit to keep on fighting despite adversity comes from many figures who have inspired her throughout her life. One such figure is an American artist who fought back against discrimination, just like her.

Nina Simone, an American singer-songwriter, has a guaranteed spot in Venus Williams’ heart. Her work in the field of civil rights has inspired many to use their position to speak up for their rights. The elder Williams sister is one of the many who were enchanted by her.

Venus Williams wants to maintain her idol’s legacy

Williams recently sat down for an interview with Paper Magazine, along with Adam Pendleton, in which she talked about her idols. Nina Simone is someone Williams looks up to, and has heaped praises on the singer many times in her life. She also talked about her in the aforementioned interview.

In the interview, Williams said that Simone’s influence was undeniable and her legacy should persist. She also revealed that she found out about the singer due to her parents.

“History is so important to me. My mom and dad were so adamant that you must know your history so that you know yourself. Because of that I knew about Nina Simone and her legacy growing up. This moment is so important because her influence persists to this day, and her brilliance lives on and really transcends time and culture,” Venus said. 

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The elder Williams sister also stated how excited she was to be preserving her legacy. “Her legacy really has to be solidified, and made permanent and everlasting. Also, she deserves a site with those same qualities. There isn’t enough preservation of the legacies of people with brown skin, so this is very exciting to be a part of“.

Venus Williams’ noble cause to preserve her idol’s legacy

Besides being full of admiration for Simone, Williams also works to preserve her life’s memorabilia. Just this year, Queen V used her platform to raise an exorbitant amount of money so that Simone’s South Carolina property could be restored. Williams worked with The National Trust for Historic Preservation to preserve the piece of history, she deems important.

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It is good to see Venus Williams using her privilege to fight for what she believes is right. Do you agree with the cause that she has attached her name to? Let us know in the comments below.