Serena Williams put the rumor mill to rest about her Super Bowl appearance with Kendrick Lamar and any supposed shade thrown at Drake.
- The tennis star clarified her intentions at the halftime show, denying any malice towards her ex, Drake.
- Williams was thrilled to join Kendrick’s performance, despite some controversy about her motives.
- While some speculated about a dig at Drake, Williams maintains it was purely about the performance.
- The sports icon even took on criticism with humor and supported her husband amid the chatter.
Serena Williams, with her usual flair, addressed the buzz surrounding her Super Bowl cameo with Kendrick Lamar. Many wondered if her signature Crip Walk was aimed at her ex, the rapper Drake. As far as Williams is concerned, there’s no truth to those whispers.
The superstar athlete and Kendrick Lamar have history, and when asked about working together, Williams said it was a long-awaited collaboration. She humorously admitted surprise: “I’m not Taylor Swift, let’s be honest. I would have a better chance to be quarterback at the Super Bowl than dance.”
When faced with backlash over potential regrets about her dance, Williams responded with a blend of uncertainty and honesty: “I don’t know if I regret it or not. I don’t know the answer to that.” Clearly, the priority was fun, not feuds.
Addressing the rumors directly, Williams stated, “Absolutely not. I would never do that.” She expressed disappointment that people believed otherwise, emphasizing the long-standing respect between her and Drake. “But absolutely not. I have never had negative feelings towards him,” she asserted.
Stephen A. Smith’s critique found its way to Williams, yet she brushed it off with a laugh. She applauded her husband Alexis Ohanian’s witty social media defense, enjoying his eloquence while sidestepping the negativity.
In a social media post, Williams highlighted her busy life, from investments to her beauty brand, underscoring a life too hectic for petty conflicts. Her positive message was clear: “I think I proved 23 times over (not counting 4 gold medals) that I simply don’t have time for petty. All love and respect always nothing negative here [hug emoji].”
Serena Williams gracefully handled the chaos, squashing rumors and sharing laughs with confidence.
