Before Serena Williams settled into her life with entrepreneur Alexis Ohanian, she was linked to several high-profile figures, including rapper Common and actors Jackie Long and Hosea Chanchez. However, one of the most talked-about relationships from her past involved none other than music superstar Drake.
A Timeline of Their Connection
Speculation about Serena and Drake’s relationship first surfaced in 2011, but the two kept their dynamic largely private. While neither publicly confirmed their status, their interactions over the years fueled ongoing rumors. In 2015, their connection became harder to deny when they were spotted together at a Cincinnati restaurant, appearing deeply affectionate. Despite being caught in a candid moment, sources close to Serena insisted they were just longtime friends.
Drake, however, seemed to hint at something more through his music. In his 2016 album Views, he referenced Serena in the song Too Good, suggesting that their relationship had inspired parts of his work.
Why Did They Go Their Separate Ways?
Though the exact reasons for their split remain unclear, their rumored romance seemed to fade just as Serena’s relationship with Alexis Ohanian began. The two met by chance in Rome, and their connection quickly blossomed into something serious. Serena and Alexis later made their relationship public, leading to their engagement and marriage in 2017.
While Drake also moved on and started a family, traces of his past with Serena continued to surface. In 2024, he appeared to take a jab at her husband in his album Her Loss, referring to Alexis as his wife’s "groupie." However, Serena and Alexis have never publicly engaged in the tension, instead focusing on their growing family and shared successes.
A Chapter in the Past
Although Serena and Drake’s rumoured relationship was never officially confirmed, it remains a point of intrigue for fans. However, Serena has since moved forward, building a life with Alexis and their children, while continuing to expand her legacy beyond tennis.
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