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Richard Dove Williams Jr. (born February 14, 1942) is a former American tennis coach and the father of tennis players Venus and Serena Williams. Early life [ edit ] Williams is the eldest of six children [3] and the only son of Julia Mae ( née Metcalf) and Richard Dove Williams of Shreveport, Louisiana .
The film stars Will Smith as Richard Williams, the father and coach of famed tennis players Venus and Serena Williams (both of whom served as executive producers on the film), with Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney, Demi Singleton, Tony Goldwyn, and Jon Bernthal in supporting roles.
Apr 25, 2024 · Over the course of three marriages and multiple relationships, Richard Williams has fathered multiple kids and continues to be a part of their lives. His relationship with Venus and Serena— the most public aspect of his family life— remains well-documented, given his dedicated role in their professional careers.
Nov 19, 2021 · For years during the trailblazing tennis careers of his daughters Venus and Serena, Richard Williams was an animated public presence—waving signs from the crowd, offering bombastic soundbites...
Jul 10, 2024 · Richard Williams and Oracene Price were influential to their daughters’ tennis careers. Here’s everything to know about Serena and Venus Williams’ parents.
Sep 3, 2021 · The film will document how Richard Williams, a man who did not play tennis, trained his two daughters Venus and Serena to become champion players, and not only that, but to ensure they...
Nov 16, 2021 · His story is the heart of the new film “King Richard,” opening in U.S. movie theaters and HBO Max on Friday, and made with the backing of the Williams family and a rousing song by Beyonce.
Nov 17, 2021 · King Richard tells how Richard Williams doggedly pursued professional tennis careers for his daughters, Venus and Serena. His methods may have kept them from the burnout that ends...
Nov 19, 2021 · People close to Richard Williams, father of Serena and Venus and the subject of the new Will Smith movie King Richard, talk about the dad's drive and compassion.
Jul 19, 2022 · In “On the Line: The Richard Williams Story,” Richard Williams shares his journey from Shreveport to becoming the most famous sports parent.
