Venus Williams, the legendary seven-time Grand Slam singles champion and former world No. 1, married actor and model Andrea Preti. Their big soiree this past weekend in Palm Beach, Florida. The couple got married in a private intimate ceremony with only their family and closest friends in attendance. Their ecstatic reunion made for five fun-filled days with laughter and simplicity.
The wedding coincides with a pivotal moment for Williams. Currently into her 33rd consecutive season on the WTA Tour — a full, active lifetime by most measures of excellence. She hopes to start her new season in January in Auckland after being out of competitive action for nearly two years. It was Williams’ first time back in tournament competition in 16 months. This summer at the Washington Open she became, at age 47 years and 249 days, the second oldest woman in the Open era to win a tour-level singles match — setting the mark at the DC Open.
Williams, 45, had originally met Preti, 33, a Danish-born Italian actor and model, during Milan Fashion Week in 2024. Their romance surged, resulting in an engagement in January of 2025. Williams first called out Preti’s name publicly in July at the DC Open. This declaration only deepened their devotion to each other. This past spring, the pair officially tied the knot at a small ceremony on their property. In lieu of an official ceremony, they organized an alternative non-officio ceremony in Italy.
The wedding festivities not only celebrated their union but highlighted Williams’ illustrious career and her aspirations for the future. She is universally remembered for his far-reaching accomplishments in the world of tennis. On top of that, she’ll co-chair the much-anticipated 2026 Met Gala alongside other luminaries such as Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour.
As Williams prepares for her first season back on the court while balancing personal and professional motherhood, she knows what’s at stake. Yet her marriage to Preti begins a new chapter – this one, filled with hope and renewal. The couple’s journey from their first meeting to their wedding day serves as an inspiring testament to love and perseverance amid busy lives.