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Sep 2, 2022; Flushing, NY, USA; Serena Williams of the United States gestures to the crowd after a match against Ajla Tomljanovic of Australia on day five of the 2022 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Sports

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Sep 2, 2022; Flushing, NY, USA; Serena Williams of the United States gestures to the crowd after a match against Ajla Tomljanovic of Australia on day five of the 2022 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Sports
While Serena Williams is gearing up for a new phase of her life, her close friends are also gearing up for theirs — even if they are a few steps behind her. One of her close friends Valerie Vogt recently got engaged. Vogt has worked as a Chief of Staff for Serena Williams. Not only that, she was the one who planned her beautiful bridal shower.
Now, Serena Williams is sending all her love and praise to her friend. So, the long friendship has made Williams rejoice in the life-turning event for her friend. Let’s find out more.
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Serena Williams hypes up her close friend Valerie Vogt
The tennis legend herself is preparing for yet another phase of her life as she is expecting a second child. But she is not only thinking about herself. She has not forgotten her friends! She is also congratulating her friend on her new beginnings.
A renowned event planner Valerie Vogt who has previously worked with Serena Williams recently got engaged. And it is not just her big day. The 23-time Grand Slam champion is equally thrilled about her life-turning event. She took to Instagram Stories to congratulate her.

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Aug 29, 2022; Flushing, NY, USA; Serena Williams of the USA after beating Danka Kovinic of Montenegro on day one of the 2022 U.S. Open Tennis Tournament at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
After sharing the good news, she stated, “Happy tears. So glad you found love, true love that you deserve.” A true icon hyping her girlfriend up, Serena Williams shared in the joyous moment whole-heartedly.
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Dedicating another Instagram story to her friend, she added, “Patience and high road paid off. Still can’t believe it. So happy for you both.” It appears the season of spring has done its magic!
Williams has always been there to hype her friends up and though she can’t be there for her friends all the time because of her busy schedule, that has not stopped her from celebrating.
The strong friendship between Valerie Vogt and Williams
The duo have shared a wholesome friendship for quite a few years now. After Serena’s retirement from tennis last year, Valerie Vogt took to her Instagram and dedicated a post to the tennis legend.
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Sharing a set of old pictures, Vogt gave a huge shout-out to her close friend. She stated, “GOAT. Thank you and I love doesn’t feel like enough. You’re one of one on and off the court. So honored to have been part of your journey. The memories are endless sister. Next chapter let’s goooo. Love you my Mija.”
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The event planner gained a name in the industry after working with Serena Williams. Now, Williams is celebrating her former Chief of Staff’s engagement even though her hands are full at present. It’s a moving gesture by all means. It can’t get better than this, can it?
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