Richard Williams

From practicing on cracked public courts in Compton to becoming one of the greatest athletes in history, Serena Williams built a career defined by resilience, ambition and perseverance through grief, racism, injury and illness. Her story remains a powerful reminder that background does not define potential, and that dreams can survive even in the most difficult circumstances.

A Honduran migrant, Bairon Hernandez, accused of shoving two men onto subway tracks, had been deported four times and faced numerous prior arrests. Federal officials labeled him a 'serial criminal.' The incident has ignited outrage, with one victim's daughter questioning how he re-entered the US. Hernandez is now facing serious charges.

In 2001, Venus Williams withdrew from her semifinal at Indian Wells, leading to boos and alleged racist remarks toward the Williams family. Serena Williams was jeered during the final but still won. Both sisters boycotted the event for over a decade. Serena returned in 2015, Venus in 2016, closing one of tennis’ most painful chapters.

After Will Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock at Oscars 2022, legendary tennis coach Richard Williams stated that he does not believe in violence unless "it's in self-defence."

Will Smith won his first Academy Award on Sunday, capturing the best actor honour for his portrayal of Richard Williams, the determined father who raised tennis champions Venus and Serena Williams, in "King Richard."

Actor Jon Bernthal is in negotiations for the role of Rick Macci, the coach of tennis star Venus and Serena Williams, in the upcoming movie 'King Richard'.

Will Smith took home his first Oscar on Sunday for his turn as tennis dad Richard Williams in “King Richard” just moments after slapping Chris Rock on stage.

Serena Williams recently revealed her profound early self-doubt, admitting she felt "bad" and lacked confidence even after turning professional. She initially believed she could only outlast opponents, not win with skill. The tennis icon also shared insights into her father Richard's rigorous training, including 5 a.m. starts and unconventional methods, which ultimately shaped her into a 23-time Grand Slam champion.

After winning his first Oscar, American actor Will Smith apologised to the Academy for slapping comedian Chris Rock earlier in the ceremony after getting miffed at a joke directed towards his wife -- Jada Pinkett Smith.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has reacted to the infamous slap gate incident involving actors Will Smith and Chris Rock during the Oscars ceremony, saying that it does not support "violence of any form". Smith, who picked up his maiden best actor Oscar trophy for playing Richard Williams in 'King Richard', during the ceremony strode to the stage minutes earlier and landed a punch on Rock after the comedian cracked a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett-Smith.

Magician Gopinath Muthukad is set to launch a Universal Empowerment Centre (UEC) for disabled children. Emphasising on their holistic development, the centre offers multifaceted facilities as part of ushering in revolutionary changes in the differently abled sector.

'Bad Boys' filmmaker Michael Bay who directed Will Smith in the movie, has said he has never seen the 53-year-old star "mad" before, after the 'King Richard' actor slapped comedian Chris Rock at the 94th Academy Awards.

"King Richard" plots the improbable rise of Serena and Venus Williams, from training on crumbling, gang-riddled Compton tennis courts to becoming all-time sporting greats.

Jessica Chastain, who won the Best Actress award for 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye' and Will Smith, who bagged the top honour for his riveting performance in 'King Richard,' also turned out to be quite stylish on the biggest night of their professional lives.

Filmmaker Jane Campion has issued an apology to tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams for passing "thoughtless comments" during her Critics Choice Awards acceptance speech.

Tennis legend Serena Williams believes that Hollywood star Will Smith should be forgiven for the "mistake" of slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars last year.

Hollywood star Will Smith will feature in Antoine Fuqua's upcoming slave thriller "Emancipation".

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In 2004, Mike Agassi suggested that Venus and Serena Williams were struggling because they practiced with men. He told Richard Williams that the sisters lost confidence as their powerful shots were easily returned. Agassi believed training with women would improve their game. Rick Macci, Serena's coach, had a different view.