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Announced Thursday (Nov 16), Serena Williams and Ruby Bridges will be inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame next year.The tennis legend,42, and civil rights icon, 69, are the latest inductees to the list of women slated to be honored for Women’s History Month in March.“The 2024 inductee class has broken barriers, challenged the status quo, and left an impact on history,” the Hall of Fame said in its announcement.Both women have made indelible marks in culture. A 23-time Grand Slam tennis champion, Williams who holds the record for the longest player ranked No. 1. She retired from tennis last year and earlier this month became the first athlete to win the <a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/serena-williams-to-receive-the-fashion-icon-award">Fashion Icon award</a> from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.Bridges unintentionally became a public figure at 6 years old. She became one of the first Black students to integrate at an all-white school in New Orleans in 1960. In 1963, painter Norman Rockwell recreated the scene in the painting, “The Problem We All Live With.” The Ruby Bridges Foundation she established 24 years ago promotes tolerance and change through education.As PBS reports, when recalling the first trip to her school, Bridges said “I saw barricades and police officers and just people everywhere. And when I saw all of that, I immediately thought that it was Mardi Gras. I had no idea that they were here to keep me out of the school. ”https://www.instagram.com/p/CzsL8N7rUeZ/?img_index=1For the first time, the induction ceremony will be broadcast nationally in prime time from New York City, according to the Hall of Fame. The previous 30 ceremonies have taken place at venues around Seneca Falls, the upstate New York site of the first Women’s Rights Convention, where the National Women’s Hall of Fame is located.“The 2024 class of inductees are scientists, activists, performers, and athletes who are the changemakers of today and inspiration for the women of tomorrow,” Jennifer Gabriel, the Hall of Fame’s chief executive, said in a statement. “Their dedication, drive, and talent got them here, and we’re thrilled to honor them on the national stage.”

Serena Williams & Ruby Bridges Will Be Inducted Into National Women’s Hall of Fame

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<a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/awww-serena-williams-hits-the-nyfw-runway-with-daughter-olympia-for-her-fashion-show">Serena Williams</a> is a tennis legend, mother of two, and an upcoming fashion icon!It was announced on Oct. 11 that the 23-time <a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/serena-williams-breaks-silence-after-being-forced-to-retire-from-wimbledon-match-due-to-injury">Grand Slam Tennis champion</a> will become the first athlete to receive CFDA’s Fashion Icon Award.This honor has previously been awarded to Lenny Kravitz, Pharrell Williams, Zendaya, Naomi Campbell, and Rihanna.In a statement about the award, Williams <a href="https://www.vogue.com/article/cfda-awards-2023-nominees-honorees" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">said</a>, “Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve used fashion as an outlet to express myself. I have had so much fun learning my style and allowing it to change as my life has evolved.”She continued, “I’ve always held one thing true — fashion is for everyone, no matter your size, race, or income. I am incredibly honored to be receiving the prestigious Fashion Icon award from the CFDA, an organization whose work I have long admired, and to stand among style icons I have always looked up to.” https://www.instagram.com/p/CyQgTahuvjH/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=762ebd71-a6a5-4917-8aae-bf97e56b5497When news of Williams’ forthcoming milestone reached The Neighborhood Talk’s Instagram page, many fans voiced their confusion, suggesting that the tennis player hasn’t made many memorable fashion statements. “Who’s on the committee? This isn’t shade towards her; she is a legend in many other ways. But fashion? No…..”“Maybe there’s a mix up…”“I love her don’t get me wrong but I’ve never once in my life noticed what she was wearing I figured it was Nike or Adidas.”“Maybe they were talking about her tennis outfits ?watch y’all mouth about the greatest tennis player to ever live tho.”“She’s def not fashion! Yes she’s a black wealthy woman but fashion isn’t everybody! Cap a– world.”For those in question, the 42-old year old has had her own clothing since 2018, S by Serena. The brand celebrates women who "break limits, boundaries and tradition".The awards ceremony, presented by Amazon, is set to take place on Nov. 6, 2023, at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, with actress Sarah Jessica Parker as host.

Serena Williams To Receive The Fashion Icon Award

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Serena Williams is set to make history next month at the CFDA Fashion Awards in New York. She will become the first athlete to receive the Fashion Icon award. In previous years, the award has gone to names like Lenny Kravitz, Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, and Naomi Campbell.<h2 id="h-serena-williams-newest-history-making-feat">Serena Williams' Newest History Making Feat</h2>"Ever since I was a little girl, I've used fashion as an outlet to express myself — fashion gave me the confidence to step on the court and own who I was, and where I knew I was going," Williams said, in a statement. . "My dream of owning my own brand, S by Serena, has become a reality and throughout my career, I have been blessed to collaborate with the most established designers and the most exciting up-and-coming creatives. I have had so much fun learning my style and allowing it to change as my life has evolved, but I’ve always held one thing true—fashion is for everyone, no matter your size, race or income. I am incredibly honored to be receiving the prestigious Fashion Icon Award from the CFDA, an organization whose work I have long admired and to stand among style icons I have always looked up to."Not only is Williams a record-breaking tennis champion, she also owns her clothing brand, <a href="https://fashionista.com/designers/s-by-serena">S by Serena</a>, and owns a jewelry line. Thom Browne, chairman of the CFDA told <a href="https://wwd.com/fashion-news/fashion-features/serena-williams-will-receive-the-fashion-icon-award-at-the-2023-cfda-fashion-awards-1235868118/">WWD</a>, "Serena is one of the most inspiring people in the world…a true individual…she is an icon of the sports world…representing greatness on the highest level…bringing fashion to another world…for another audience…always staying true to herself, both on and off the court…a perfect combination of our worlds…the ultimate example of individuality in everything she does.…Serena is a true fashion icon."The 2023 CFDA Fashion Awards will be hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker, at the American Museum of Natural History on November 6.

Serena Williams To Make History at the CFDA Fashion Awards

Serena Williams' new baby is being welcomed to the world in style. The newborn was recently gifted a load of swag directly from Nike!In a post on her Instagram story, she shared the delivery from her longtime partner brand. It included clothes and shoes for her newborn, Adira River."Look at all this stuff for baby Adira," she begins her Instagram Story. "I really love the little Nike shoes, just always so sweet. Look at this little crop top!""It's pretty awesome," she concluded the video. "Thanks to my Nike family!"This year has been quite the whirlwind for the couple and the new baby. The two announced the pregnancy the night of the Met Gala. First confirming in an interview at the event and then making a post on Instagram to share with followers. "Was so excited when Anna Wintour invited the 3 of us to the Met Gala," she said in the caption.Months later, Williams' husband, Alexis Ohanian posted a picture of their oldest babygirl holding their newest addition to the family as an announcement that she has arrived."Welcome, Adira River Ohanian," he wrote in the caption. "I'm grateful to report our house is teaming with love: a happy & healthy newborn girl and happy & healthy mama. Feeling grateful. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/serenawilliams/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@serenawilliams</a>, you've now given me another incomparable gift — you're the GMOAT."

Serena Williams Shows Off Nike Hual For New Baby

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Alexis Olympia Ohanian is following in her moms footsteps for making history.At just 5 years old, Alexis is the owner of not one, but two sports teams -women’s soccer team, Angel City FC and The Los Angeles Golf Club. Ohanian Jr.'s first investment, Angel City, was founded by her dad Alexis Ohanian Sr in 2020. He <a href="http://in an Instagram post">stated </a>his daughter largely influenced the decision. "As someone who spends hours kicking around a football with my two-year-old daughter, I want her to have a front row seat to this revolution. I'm personally investing on behalf of my family because creating more opportunities in women's sports is important to my wife @serenawilliams and me, and we want to be a part of making a better future for our daughter @olympiaohanian," he wrote.Three years ago, Serena also announced that her daughter was a 'Proud Owner Angel City' showing shots of the then two-year-old Olympia with a soccer ball.https://www.instagram.com/p/CC6Qb69pVTy/Ohanian Jr. newest investment, TGL (Team Golf League), is a new primetime golf league that fuses technology and live action. The new league was developed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports in partnership with the PGA TOUR.https://www.instagram.com/p/CtPKr8puvy9/<h3 id="h-family-affair">Family affair</h3>Serena, her husband and her sister, Venus Williams, all share ownership of the team. The 23-Grand Slam Title Holder <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CtO8210AvtR/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=c9ba74c5-d243-4f2d-8cc7-07d206dfc05b">shared</a> her excitement about the new endeavor with her family. "It’s official! I’m thrilled to announce my involvement with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tglgolf/">@tglgolf</a> with the launch of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wearelagc/">@wearelagc</a> - Los Angeles Golf Club. An important part of the spirit and purpose of LA Golf Club is making golf our own, for everybody, and I couldn’t be more excited to shape the future of this sport with my family <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alexisohanian/">@alexisohanian</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/olympiaohanian/">@olympiaohanian</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/venuswilliams/">@venuswilliams</a>."Ohanian Jr. will share ownership with her sibiling who will be arriving soon. At the 2023 Met Gala, Serena and Alexis Ohanian Sr. <a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/serena-williams-debuts-baby-bump-at-the-2023-met-gala">announced </a>they were expecting their second child.

Serena Williams' Daughter Becomes Youngest Professional Sports Teams Owner

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wbls.com/news/entertainment/tiffany-haddish-speaks-on-controversial-video-chris-rock-slams-will-smiths-apology/" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Rewind</a> with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/iamjusnik/?hl=en" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jus Nik</a>, keeping you informed on everything that happened in the culture this week:<h2 id="h-kenya-moore">Kenya Moore:</h2>Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Kenya Moore reveals she’s “a little afraid” of falling in love amid her two year divorce. As of right now, Kenya told People magazine she’s focused on herself. Kenya filed for divorce from Daly in May 2021 but they haven’t come to an agreement as of yet. Kenya is hopeful love will come to her at the right time and isn’t putting pressure on it. Real Housewives of Atlanta airs Sundays at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo.<h2>Kandi Burruss:</h2>Kandi Burruss is inching closer to EGOT status. The Grammy Award winning singer received a Southeast Emmy nomination for her work in La Musica de La Familia. The Xscape member and her husband Todd received a Tony nomination for Best Revival of a play after joining <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vibe.com/news/entertainment/samuel-l-jackson-the-piano-lesson-broadway-1234654490/" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Piano Lesson</a>‘s production team. Kandi won a Grammy in 2000 for writing TLC’s classic, “No Scrubs.” Kandi would need to win both nominations and score an Oscar.<h2>Jamie Foxx: </h2>It’s been weeks since Jamie Foxx was hospitalized and now the actor is reassuring fans he’s on the road to recovery. In an online post from Jamie’s IG account, he said, “Appreciate all the love!!! Feeling blessed.”<h2>Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame:</h2>The Rock N Roll Hall of Fame makes history this year with their inductees. Missy Elliot is the first female rapper and only rap artist added to the prestigious list. She joins other names like one of hip hop’s founding fathers, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vibe.com/t/dj-kool-herc/" rel="noreferrer noopener">DJ Kool Herc</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vibe.com/t/chaka-khan/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chaka Khan</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vibe.com/t/don-cornelius/" rel="noreferrer noopener">Don Cornelius</a> and more this year.<h2>Serena Williams:</h2>Serena Williams revealed she and her husband are expecting their second baby. She broke the news during the Met Gala and showed the baby bump. Huge congratulations to Serena and her husband Alexis Ohanian.

Jamie Foxx 'Feeling Blessed' But Still Hospitalized, Serena Williams Expecting Baby No. 2

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After nearly a year since Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars, Serena Williams finally breaks her silence about the entire incident. During an interview with Gayle King, the grand slam champion started out by talking about how the situation was unfortunate for musician Questlove, who won an award right after comedian and presenter Chris Rock was slapped by Smith.“I thought it was such an incredible film, and I feel that there was an incredible film after that with Questlove that kind of was overshadowed,” she said. “But I also feel that I’ve been in a position where I’ve been under a lot of pressure and made a tremendous amount of mistakes, and I’m the kind of person that’s like, ‘I’ve been there. I’ve made a mistake. It’s not the end of the world.’”Williams added, “We’re all imperfect, and we’re all human, and let’s just be kind to each other. So, that’s often forgotten a lot.” Will Smith won the academy award for Best Actor for his role as Richard Williams in the film King Richard. Since slapping Chris Rock, Smith has been banned from the award show for 10 years, however, his work can still be nominated at the Academy for voters to choose from.

Serena Williams Finally Speaks Out About Will Smith's Oscar Slap

Black Twitter Defends Serena Williams After Troll Says Her Legacy Would Be Bigger If She Married Black

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Tennis champions Serena and Venus Williams and filmmaker Ava DuVernay will be honored with new portraits that will be on display at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery in Washington on November 10.According to NY Times, this will be part of the institution's Portrait of a Nation Award.The ladies had the opportunity to hand-pick the artist who would paint their portrait. Venus Williams picked Robert Pruitt. Serena Williams chose artist Toyin Ojih Odutola from Nigeria and Ava DuVernay selected her favorite artist, Kenturah Davis.DuVernay shared her excitement about the project:<blockquote>“I am overjoyed to be chosen as a Portrait of a Nation honoree by the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. To encounter my likeness in those hallowed halls as envisioned by the magnificent Kenturah Davis is a dream that I never knew to dream. A pride that I cannot easily convey but that is deeply and humbly felt.”</blockquote>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BiyweRcr1D0&t=10s https://www.instagram.com/p/CklQE7eOcV3/https://www.instagram.com/p/CktFkHmMm27/All three portraits will be on display in the “Portrait of a Nation” exhibit until Oct. 22, 2023.