Former Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) champion, Serena Williams, is no stranger to the joys of motherhood. Her husband, Alexis Ohanian, endearingly dubs her the ‘GMOAT’ (Greatest Mother of All-Time) in tribute to her parenting skills with their two delightful daughters: Olympia, born in 2017, and the recently born Adira in August 2023.
Olympia has already made a name for herself among fans by displaying her fervor for arts, tennis, gymnastics, and golf. However, the younger daughter, Adira, has swiftly captured hearts with her irresistible charm, which her mother simply cannot resist.
In a heartwarming TikTok video shared by the power couple in August 2023, they introduced their newborn, Adira, who was cradled in Serena’s arms. The caption read, “Welcome my beautiful angel.” The viral image was a delight to fans, eagerly awaiting the expansion of the Williams-Ohanian family.
In an interesting contemporary trend, Adira has her own Instagram account, managed by her parents. The account had remained dormant until recently when an enchanting photo was posted in October 2024, showing Adira in a pink highchair enjoying fruit. The caption lovably read, “Oh hello there- I know it’s been over a year but I’m just getting to this.”
Most recently, a delightful reel was uploaded, showing one-year-old Adira playing with her Barbie doll. The video, captioned, “I can play with dolls too,” shows little Adira tucking her doll into bed. The adorable sight left Serena overwhelmed with emotion as she re-shared the reel on her Instagram story, commenting, “How cuteeee?” The post quickly garnered attention, racking up over 800 likes within two hours. Serena also commented, “Awwww I love you so much,” evidently smitten by her daughter’s charm.
In an interview with Glamour magazine, Serena openly expressed her obsession with her daughters, stating that they are her topmost priority. She insightfully shared, “I decided to choose being a mom. Just hanging out with my girls and spending time with them and just showing up every day is an achievement, and it’s not easy. I can’t think of anything else that I achieved that’s better or greater than that.”
Being a mother to a seven-year-old and an 18-month-old can be quite a balancing act. While Olympia is already learning the difference between right and wrong and gaining independence, managing a toddler like Adira presents its own unique challenges – even for a tennis titan like Serena.
On February 21, Serena offered her Instagram followers a sneak peek into her daily life by sharing a pantry tour and her tea-making routine. However, her tranquil moment was interrupted by the playful antics of Adira, who managed to pull out a box from a drawer and toss it playfully. Despite the minor chaos, Serena’s affection for her daughter was evident in her reaction.
Even amidst a bustling schedule, including the recent excitement around the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, Serena ensures she dedicates quality time to Adira. She shared, “In between meetings, I ran, took Adira to the zoo, and then I’m gonna go back to the office. Just a day in the life.” It’s evident that Adira, much like her elder sister Olympia and their parents, is blossoming into a charismatic star in her own right.
As fans, witnessing Serena balance her roles as a tennis icon and a dedicated mother is truly delightful. Her ability to make even mundane tasks seem endearing is indeed a testament to her charisma. Don’t you concur?