Serena Williams, the legendary 23-time major tournament winner, is set to make a return to the sports world as she takes on the role of hosting The ESPYS in July. This prestigious event, which honors the outstanding achievements, athletes, and moments of the past year, will mark Williams as the fourth woman to lead the show. The ESPYS is scheduled to be broadcast on July 11 from the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
Previous hosts of The ESPYS include notable figures such as Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird, and Russell Wilson, who co-hosted the 2020 show in a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2018, Danica Patrick made history as the first woman to host the show solo, shortly after retiring from auto racing.
Expressing her excitement for the upcoming opportunity, Serena Williams stated, 'This is a dream come true for me, and something I've wanted to do for as long as I can remember.' She highlighted the exceptional year for sports and the unprecedented achievements of female athletes, eagerly anticipating the chance to celebrate them on stage in July.
Throughout her illustrious tennis career, Williams has clinched an impressive 12 ESPYS awards, further solidifying her status as a sports icon. The ESPYS event will be complemented by the premiere of 'In the Arena: Serena Williams,' an eight-part series airing on ESPN+ on July 10. This series will provide an in-depth look into Williams' remarkable career and achievements.
Following her retirement after the 2022 U.S. Open, Serena Williams has been actively involved in various ventures. She recently launched a makeup line in April and established a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in women and founders of color in early-stage companies. Additionally, Williams welcomed her second daughter in August, embracing new chapters in both her personal and professional life.
