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Serena Williams is an all-rounder in the true sense. While her tennis exploits need no description, the American legend is a shining star when it comes to off-court appearances at galas and parties. She also enjoys a close relationship with many renowned stars across different industries. Among them is the American rapper, Megan Thee Stallion. On Valentine’s Day, Williams received a wonderful gift from Stallion.

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After Williams called time on her illustrious career back in 2022, she has found time to attend various events and be in touch with various artists like Stallion. Here’s what she gifted to the 23-time Grand Slam champion.

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Serena Williams receives a surprise gift from close friend

The mother-of-two, Serena Williams, is active on social media platforms like Instagram and often shares glimpses of her daily life. On this occasion, she shared a nice surprise gift that she got from Stallion.

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The American legend posted an Instagram story to acknowledge Stallion’s gifts. The picture showed some customized T-shirts along with Megan Thee Stallion’s Hottie Sauce. Further, in the caption, she wrote, “Thanks @theestallion. I’m now a #hottie.”

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Showing off their close bond, Williams also celebrated Thee Stallion’s Grammy win in 2021. She, along with her daughter, Olympia, flaunted their dancing skills while giving a tribute to the 3x Grammy Award winner. On the other hand, Megan Thee Stallion once defended Williams over a controversial outfit worn at a tournament.

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The incident took place in 2018 when Williams caused controversy by wearing a catsuit during the French Open. Subsequently, on one of the episodes of Saturday Night Live, Megan Thee Stallion came to Williams’ rescue.

She said, “If we dress in fitted clothing, our curves become a topic of conversation not only on social media, but also in the workplace.” Further, she added that the criticism faced by the American legend was “proof positive of how misguided the obsession with Black women’s bodies is.

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With her tennis career behind her, Williams is living every moment of her life. And the surprise gift from the rapper made her day more special.

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Vatsal Shah is a tennis journalist at EssentiallySports, covering ATP and WTA storylines from the ES Trends Desk since 2023. He delivers breaking insights on major tournaments and player arcs, decoding tactical shifts and viral moments into accessible takeaways for fans worldwide. His coverage of Taylor Townsend’s Dubai title win stood out for capturing both the emotional significance of her victory and the context of her comeback.

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