The Truth About Venus And Serena Williams' Relationship With Their Father

Venus and Serena Williams are two of the most dominant tennis players in the history of the sport. They're also trailblazers, who forged an uncommon path to greatness through sheer grit and determination, entering the game as total outsiders and facing unique challenges along the way.

A huge source of that grit and determination would be the sisters' father, Richard Williams, an iconic (and iconoclastic) figure whom both of the Williams sisters have credited with setting them on a course to great success.

With Will Smith taking on the role of Richard Williams for the movie "King Richard," more people are curious about his life story than ever before. This is the truth about Venus and Serena Williams' relationship with their father.

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Big dreams | 0:00
Fighting for his family | 1:26
Battling the media | 2:35
Fatherly advice | 3:15
Raising eyebrows | 4:13
Impact on Serena | 5:11
Serena's wedding | 6:12
Still coaching | 7:18
Proud of his daughters | 8:13

[NickiSwift]

What do you think about Venus and Serena Williams?

[ForgeofSouls]

It seems he achieved the perfect balance to creating the path they needed but also never forgetting his role as a father. A great inspiration to all parents for sure.

[Yibrown]

Its a lot of Mr. Richard Williams in this world. Who doesn't get the recognition they deserve.
I salute all great fathers.

[lindseycarribean]

They are lucky to have such a loving, supportive father. Look what it does create...Warriors ! The world needs more dads like that. He deserves a medal too.

[trixie]

He prophesied over their lives.... spoke it into existence

[robertamccrorey]

This is such a phenomenal happening. I’ve always admired this father’s dedication to his children. The outcome says it all. Both daughters are champions in their field of tennis. They succeeded despite racism.

[jilljensen]

I love that. What an amazing dad. He loves them so much. I also love that the girls both know how much he loves them❤️

[cindydimaggio]

They are so lucky to have such an amazing dad and dedicated dad! I cried watching Kind Richard, such inspirations to all young girls!

[morrisbodrick]

That's how you expose your children to world of professional tennis. He was the most hated by the media but he knew who he was and what he wanted his girls to be. Love you Mr. Williams, Black Father Love!

[jacquieedwards]

Richard has my adoration for being a dedicated father to his girls. My compliments to him and to Venus and Serena for proving him right. A long healthy life to you all. Jesus is Love

[donnab]

Those 2 girls are so so blessed they truly know who and what they are and that daddy is all love. Go ladies & Dad make every moment count...

[walkz]

They have such a wonderful dad, we are going to watch the movie with my dad he just turned 70 .Apperciate them while we still have them our time with them is limited ❤️❤️

[angennettemiller]

@1:07 that van is giving me Joe Jackson, in the movie (Jackson's American Dream) when he pulled up to the house in the van with instruments 😂😂

[pizzazzincorporated]

Whenever these women are interviewed it is clear that they are articulate and well educated. Good for dad for putting school before tennis!

[carolewatson-mckoy]

Yes he is an amazing father
It was lovely to see Serena's husband - helping her with her wigs. A truly loving husband and a beautiful daughter. Long reign the William sisters - two great tennis players

[estherwiskel]

What an honorable and dedicated family, they have a right to be VERY PROUD 🙏✝️♥️ Bravo!!!! I wish them well.

[glenncurley]

Richard had a vision and it messed up Women's Tennis for 20 years!
Good for you and your Family to come out of Compton like that.

[tacuazinful]

All my respect to the williams sisters, but all my admiration to her father, this guy beat all the odds and fought hard to give her daughters a future outside a ghetto

[llorenstorrespr]

Mr. Richards, is the real life super heroe!!

[peachesb-georgia]

That picture of Serena hugging her father after winning the match made me cry 😢