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Serena Williams Shows Off Her 35-Lb Weight Loss At Time 100 Gala As Fans React: 'Looking Divine'

April 26, 2025 by Abigail Connolly
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Serena Williams has had her fans in awe not only on the tennis court but, more recently, on the red carpet as well.

After stepping out for the TIME100 gala in a figure-hugging dress in New York City, her fans and other internet users were shocked by her appearance and recent weight loss. The athlete has been open about how she’s been working hard to shed some pounds since giving birth to her second daughter almost two years ago. Her stunning look at the gala exemplified just how much weight she had lost and had her fans raving about her appearance. Read more about her transformation below.

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Serena Williams Flaunts Her Weight Loss In A Figure-Hugging Dress At The TIME100 Gala

The tennis champion has been keeping her followers and fanbase updated on her weight loss and fitness journey via Instagram since she had her second daughter, Adira River, in August 2023. Just because she's an award-winning athlete doesn't mean she's also struggled with some extra 'mom weight.' One of the first updates she shared was a story about how she had a very specific weight loss goal - to fit into a Valentino denim skirt she had purchased when she was pregnant.

 

Since then, the mom-of-two not only got back into her skirt but has reportedly lost around 35 pounds by staying motivated to eat well and get in shape. Although she's been sharing her progress with her social media audience, more people were stunned by how great she looks after seeing her on the red carpet for Time Magazine's TIME100 gala, an event that celebrates the performers, athletes, politicians, philanthropists, and more on their '100 Most Influential People' list. Serena was one of the five influential figures given her own cover by the publication. Therefore, her appearance at the gala was highly anticipated.

 

She arrived wearing a flattering, off-the-shoulder black dress that was strategically torn and tattered down her torso, giving the look an edge and showcasing her toned physique. She paired the dress with long, sheer black gloves, a glamorous set of diamond earrings, and a necklace.

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Fans React To Serena's Weight Loss And Edgy Gala Look On Instagram

Before arriving at the gala, the 43-year-old had a photo shoot in a hotel room and took several pictures posing in front of a beautiful view of Manhattan. She shared the photos on Instagram, where her fans couldn't help but flood the comments section with compliments on her appearance.

 

One follower wrote that she was "looking divine," while another commented that she was "flawless."

 

Another commenter added that the tennis pro was "getting so slim," and another said she was "serving looks."

 

"She just gets more beautiful with age," wrote another follower.

 

After attending the star-studded gala, Serena shared an Instagram post about how the "highlight" of her night was meeting actress Scarlett Johansson, as she is a fan of the Avengers films. She also posed with Olympian Simone Biles, who she said was her "new doubles partner."

 

Fans of the entrepreneur are thrilled to see that not only has she met her weight loss goal, but she also seems to be enjoying herself even more since achieving it.

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Editorial Assistant

Abigail is a journalist based in Brooklyn, New York. As an Editorial Assistant for SheFinds, she covers topics ranging from celebrity news and fashion to wellness. She has written for other publications, including Chip Chick, Bandsintown, BroadwayWorld, and more. When she isn't writing, Abigail loves spending time in the city with her friends, being a 'dog mom' to her Chihuahua, and singing along to some of her favorite music.

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