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Why is Serena Williams famous?

American athlete Serena Williams is famous for revolutionizing women’s tennis with her powerful style of play and for winning more Grand Slam singles titles (23) than any other woman during the open era. In her life off the court, Williams became a prominent public figure through her forays into fashion, business, and philanthropy.