Zendaya has showered praise upon tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams, crediting them as significant influences for her upcoming film Challengers.
In an exclusive interview with People, the 27-year-old star revealed, "My only understanding of tennis as a kid growing up was them. When I thought of tennis as a kid, they would be that for me. They are my entry point to understanding anything tennis."
In addition to training in tennis for months, Zendaya says she and her costars “did a lot more research” on Venus and Serena.
Speaking of the Williams sister’s impact, Zendaya expressed admiration beyond their athletic achievements.
She effusively praised tennis players, stating,” They are iconic, and I admire both of them so much, not just for what they've accomplished in the sport, but I think beyond: their impact and their significance for so many people, specifically Black women,"
Lately, in photos shared on Instagram by Roach on Thursday, April 18, the Dune star was seen lounging on a couch adorned in a striking black and white striped gown and a beaded wig, reminiscent of the Williams' 1998 portrait featuring matching black-and-white Carolina Herrera gowns and beaded hairstyles.
For the unversed, Zendaya portrayed the character of Tashi Duncan in the newly released movie, who is a teenage tennis player, trapped in a "complicated love triangle."
