Athlete
Serena Williams
Serena Williams was born on September 26, 1981 in Saginaw, Michigan. She won the US Open at age 18 and won Wimbledon at 20.
Serena Williams was born in 1981 and is currently 45 years old. Anyone born before 1981 is older than Serena.
Born
September 26, 1981
Saginaw, Michigan
World pop: ~4.5B
Serena's age
45
Your age
20
Are you older than Serena Williams?
No — Serena Williams was born in 1981. You were born in 2006, making you 25 years younger.
At your age (20), Serena had already won Wimbledon (at age 20), but hadn't yet won the Australian Open (at age 23).
Serena's Life Timeline
Serena Williams was born on September 26, 1981, in Saginaw, Michigan. She grew up in a family of athletes, with her father coaching her and her sister Venus in tennis from a young age. Serena's early exposure to the sport and her family's support laid the foundation for her future success on the court.
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Throughout her career, Serena Williams achieved remarkable milestones, including winning her first Grand Slam title at the 1999 US Open when she was 17 years old. She went on to dominate women's tennis, securing a total of 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most in the Open Era. Her career has been marked by numerous accolades, including being ranked world No. 1 in singles for a total of 319 weeks, which is a record in the women's game.
Serena's legacy extends beyond her on-court achievements; she has been a powerful advocate for gender equality and racial justice. In later years, she has focused on her business ventures and family life, including the birth of her daughter, Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr., in 2017. As of now, she continues to inspire future generations of athletes and remains a prominent figure in the sports world.
Won the US Open
Serena Williams was 18 years old when she won her first Grand Slam title at the US Open. This victory marked her emergence as a major force in women's tennis and set the stage for her illustrious career.
Serena Williams was 18 years old when she won the US Open in 1999. Are you older than Serena was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Wimbledon
Serena Williams was 20 years old when she won her first Wimbledon title. This victory solidified her status as one of the top players in the world and showcased her powerful playing style.
Serena Williams was 20 years old when she won Wimbledon in 2001. Are you older than Serena was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Australian Open
Serena Williams was 23 years old when she won the Australian Open, marking her sixth Grand Slam title. This win was part of her resurgence in the sport after overcoming injuries.
Serena Williams was 23 years old when she won the Australian Open in 2004. Are you older than Serena was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became world No. 1
Serena Williams was 26 years old when she became the world No. 1 for the first time in her career. This achievement reflected her dominance in women's tennis and her ability to compete at the highest level.
Serena Williams was 26 years old when she became world No. 1 in 2007. Are you older than Serena was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Wimbledon title again
Serena Williams was 30 years old when she won the Wimbledon title for the fifth time. This victory demonstrated her longevity and continued excellence in the sport.
Serena Williams was 30 years old when she won the Wimbledon title again in 2011. Are you older than Serena was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Australian Open while pregnant
Serena Williams was 35 years old when she won the Australian Open while pregnant. This historic achievement highlighted her exceptional skill and determination, further solidifying her legacy.
Serena Williams was 35 years old when she won the Australian Open while pregnant in 2016. Are you older than Serena was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 | |
| 1982 | 1 | |
| 1983 | 2 | |
| 1984 | 3 | |
| 1985 | 4 | |
| 1986 | 5 | |
| 1987 | 6 | |
| 1988 | 7 | |
| 1989 | 8 | |
| 1990 | 9 | |
| 1991 | 10 | |
| 1992 | 11 | |
| 1993 | 12 | |
| 1994 | 13 | |
| 1995 | 14 | |
| 1996 | 15 | |
| 1997 | 16 | |
| 1998 | 17 | |
| 1999 | 18 | won the US Open |
| 2000 | 19 | |
| 2001 | 20 | won Wimbledon |
| 2002 | 21 | |
| 2003 | 22 | |
| 2004 | 23 | won the Australian Open |
| 2005 | 24 | |
| 2006 | 25 | |
| 2007 | 26 | became world No. 1 |
| 2008 | 27 | |
| 2009 | 28 | |
| 2010 | 29 | |
| 2011 | 30 | won the Wimbledon title again |
| 2012 | 31 | |
| 2013 | 32 | |
| 2014 | 33 | |
| 2015 | 34 | |
| 2016 | 35 | won the Australian Open while pregnant |
| 2017 | 36 | |
| 2018 | 37 | |
| 2019 | 38 | |
| 2020 | 39 | |
| 2021 | 40 | |
| 2022 | 41 | |
| 2023 | 42 | |
| 2024 | 43 | |
| 2025 | 44 | |
| 2026 | 45 |
