In the world of sports and pop culture, Serena Williams is once again making headlines—but this time, it’s for a different reason. The tennis legend recently shared a lighthearted video with her husband on social media, but instead of the usual admiration, the clip has ignited a wave of concern among her fans. Serena started trending on X after some users pointed out that her skin tone appeared significantly lighter than in previous appearances.
Comments began flooding in, with one user questioning, “That’s really Serena Williams? Has she bleached her skin?” Another user added, “This what happens when you get with them rich white men.” While many are quick to point fingers at alleged skin bleaching, others are suggesting that there could be various explanations for the change in her appearance. Some fans speculate that factors such as lighting, makeup choices, or even the use of filters could be at play, while others point to the possibility that Serena may simply be spending less time in the sun these days.
At the time of this writing, Serena has not publicly addressed the allegations surrounding her skin tone. She’s not alone in facing such scrutiny; earlier this year, Cardi B found herself in a similar situation. After being accused of skin bleaching, Cardi wasted no time refuting the claims, explaining that her pale appearance was due to anemia during her pregnancy. “Bleaching while pregnant? Why must y’all be so d*mb?” she wrote. “I’m slightly anemic…I can’t tan under the sun cause I get hot super fast and dizzy.”
Doja Cat also faced accusations of skin bleaching back in 2020 and responded with her own fiery remarks, stating, “Hey, how about I’m half white, not entirely Black? My skin gets very light when I don’t tan.”
As discussions around beauty standards and skin tone continue to evolve, it’s crucial to approach such topics with sensitivity and understanding. Williams’ situation serves as a reminder of the pressures celebrities face regarding their appearances, particularly women of color in the public eye.
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