The tennis legend, perhaps the greatest athlete of all time, has embraced motherhood.
She has even continued her career on the court while pregnant — winning the Australian Open Grand Slam before Olympia's birth.
How many children does she have? Is another baby on the way?
Serena Williams attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 02, 2025. (Photo Credit: Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
How many children does Serena Williams have?
Serena Williams is a mother of two. She shares both children with her husband, Alexis Ohanian.
In April of 2017, an accidental Snapchat post revealed her baby bump.
It also revealed that she had been pregnant while winning the Australian Open Grand Slam.
At the time, she was pregnant with Alexis Olympia, who goes by "Olympia."
Presumably rather than share a name with her father, which is understandable. Serena welcomed Olympia via emergency C-section on September 1.
On August 15, 2023, Serena Williams gave birth to her second daughter, Adira River Ohanian.
In 2024, she posted an Instagram tribute to her second daughter, calling her a "true light."
She named her daughter a Hebrew name, meaning "Strong One."
Additionally, Serena shared Olympia's excitement. What are things like for their family of four?
Serena Williams, former professional tennis player and Managing Partner of Serena Ventures, speaks during the New York Times annual DealBook summit at Jazz at Lincoln Center on December 04, 2024. (Photo Credit: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
Is she happy as a mother of two?
Serena Williams posted a follow-up in which she gushed over Olympia's role as a big sister.
"Olympia is always there for me," she praised.
"Adira came along … she is so special, so fun, so funny, so loving, so sweet, and so strong!!!" Serena expressed.
"You see, God makes your heart get bigger," Serena Williams wrote.
She explained: "Because my love for Olympia has not dimmed."
She had previously wondered about her ability to love with two children.
"My heart simply now is doubled the size," Serena declared. "And I have a greater capacity to love more!"
Serena Williams attends 'Prelude to the Olympics' at Fondation Louis Vuitton on July 25, 2024. (Photo Credit: Arnold Jerocki/Getty Images for LVMH x Vogue x NBC)
Is Serena Williams pregnant?
At present, there are no indications that Serena Williams is pregnant.
However, that could change.
And there is ample precedent that she might not disclose her pregnancy news right away — or at all.
Fans adore her and her two precious daughters. They'd always be happy to see her family grow.
Multiple outlets have now confirmed that Taylor's ex, Dakota Mortensen, has been awarded sole physical custody of their 2-year-old daughter.
Taylor Frankie Paul attends the Los Angeles Premiere and FYC Event of Hulu's "The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives" Season 2 at Paramount Studios on May 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Araya Doheny/Getty Images)
As of now, the ruling is only temporary, and Taylor will have the chance to plead her case to a judge on April 7.
But until then, she will not be permitted to see her daughter at all.
"No parent time is allowed until the scheduled hearing," reads a court order obtained by People magazine.
To the shock of many viewers, one of the stools apparently struck Taylor's five-year-old daughter.
"This is called physical abuse," Mortensen could be heard saying as he filmed the physical altercation.
Taylor Frankie Paul attends Hulu's Get Real House at Casa Lago on April 22, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
"Your daughter just got hit in the head by a metal chair," Mortensen remarked later in the clip.
Needless to say, that's the sort of thing that's likely to impact your custody situation.
Paul has two children from a previous relationship, but it doesn't appear that there's been any change in that custody arrangement.
And Taylor's situation might soon get even worse, as she could be forced to return the salary that she received during her time as Bachelorette.
Legal experts tell Page Six that Paul may be required to return some or all of her paycheck after ABC made the last-minute decision to pull the already-filmed season.
The reasoning is fairly straightforward: contracts for reality TV leads often include clauses tied to conduct and the ability of a network to actually air the finished product.
Taylor Frankie Paul attends the 98th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 15, 2026. (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images)
If that's the case with Frankie's contract — which it almost certainly is — the network could potentially demand repayment, or even pursue additional damages tied to the cost of production.
"When working with a public person for any project, companies almost always include a morality clause in the contract," attorney Ashlee Difuntorum of Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir LLP tells Page Sic.
And the costs for something like a full season of The Bachelorette are not small.
As previously reported, ABC had already spent millions producing and promoting the season before pulling it from the schedule, leaving the network with little opportunity to recoup its investment.
And that could mean more trouble for the hard-luck Mormon Wife.
We will have further updates on this developing story as new information becomes available.
Now, his wife of almost nine years, Kendra Caldwell, is facing charges of her own.
According to police, both Kendra, 27, and Joseph, 31, are now facing four counts of endangering the welfare of a minor in the second degree and four counts of false imprisonment in the second degree.
Joseph and Kendra discuss their first date on an episode of TLC's 'Counting On.' (TLC)
Authorities confirmed that after arrest warrants were issued, Kendra was taken into custody on March 20 before being released later that same day.
Her bond was set at $1,470, and she is expected to appear in court in the coming days as the case moves forward (via E! News).
While Kendra was allowed to make bail, officials have emphasized that the investigation remains "active and ongoing." They noted that limited information is being released due to the involvement of minors.
Joseph reportedly remains behind bars. He is currently awaiting extradition to Bay County, Tennessee, where his trial will take place.
While Kendra was arrested just days after her husband, authorities have indicated that Kendra's charges are separate from the child molestation allegations her husband is currently facing.
Kendra Caldwell and Joseph Duggar pose for a photo after their 2017 engagement. (TLC)
Joseph was arrested on charges stemming from an alleged 2020 incident involving a 9-year-old girl during a family vacation in Florida.
The Duggar family first rose to prominence on TLC's 19 Kids and Counting, but in recent years, they've become more famous for their numerous child abuse scandals than for the wholesome facade they presented on television.
Prior to Joseph's arrest, his eldest brother, Josh Duggar, was convicted on charges of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse materials.
Josh Duggar poses for a booking photo after his arrest April 29, 2021 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. (Photo by Washington County Sheriff's Office via Getty Images)
He is currently behind bars and is not scheduled for release until 2032.
As for Joseph and Kendra, at this point, both of their cases remain unresolved, and the full details have yet to be made public.
Joseph was arrested after a 14-year-old girl provided a "forensic interview" to police in Arkansas, alleging that the father of three molested her during a vacation to Panama City Beach, Florida in 2020.
For obvious reasons, authorities will not make the identity of the accuser public.
We will have further updates on this developing story as new information becomes available.
Steve Harvey is a divorced man — twice over, in fact.
The Family Feud host is no stranger to ugly divorces and bitter, public battles. To that end, he isn't immune to speculation and accusations about his current marriage.
In recent years, wild rumors have circulated about his relationship with Marjorie Harvey.
So, the real question is: Is Steve headed towards divorce number three? They're saying absolutely not; their friends are saying otherwise.
Steve Harvey and Marjorie Elaine Harvey arrive at the WACO Theater Center's 3rd Annual Wearable Art Gala at The Barker Hangar at Santa Monica Airport on June 1, 2019. (Photo Credit: Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images)
Steve Harvey and Marjorie Harvey Open Up On Divorce Rumors
Rumors have been circulating that claim that the famous yet controversial TV host and his wife split due to multiple affairs on her part.
According to these claims, Marjorie Harvey's alleged cheating included both the couple's bodyguard and their chef.
The same rumors claim that this hurtful (yet impressive) betrayal has led to Marjorie demanding a divorce settlement of $200 million from Steve.
Steve Harvey attends the second preseason NBA game between Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks at Etihad Arena on October 08, 2022. (Photo Credit: Francois Nel/Getty Images)
There are several problems with all of that.
The least important of which may be that online estimates put Steve Harvey's total net worth at around $200 million, which would make for a fairly lopsided divorce settlement.
In August of 2023, Steve Harvey appeared in person at the Atlanta business event, Invest Fest.
According to The LA Times, Steve Harvey quashed cheating and divorce rumors.
Steve Harvey wants everyone to know that he and Marjorie are 'fine'
"I'm fine. Marjorie fine," Steve Harvey declared to the crowd.
"I don't know what y'all are doing, but find something else to do, 'cause we fine. Lord, have mercy," he remarked.
"Sometimes … you wanna respond, but I ain't got no time for rumor and gossip," Steve commented.
"God been good to me. I'm still shining."
Steve Harvey and his wife Marjorie pose before the Chanel 2017 Spring/Summer ready-to-wear collection fashion show, on October 4, 2016. (Photo Credit: FRANCOIS GUILLOT/AFP via Getty Images)
Some quickly connected it to the divorce rumors, but the TV host explained that it was the result of an uncharacteristically negative Tweet from the account.
"My husband and I don't usually stop to address all the foolishness and lies that have been spread about us," Marjorie Harvey acknowledged on Instagram.
"However to whom much is given much is required. I understand that with my platform comes some sort of responsibility to those that may not be as strong as we are."
Steve Harvey and his wife Marjorie Harvey attend the 2015 Miss Universe Pageant at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on December 20, 2015. (Photo Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Steve Harvey Is Divorced – From His First Two Wives
Steve and Marjorie married in 2007. He has credited her with making him into a better person.
In 1996, he married Mary Harvey. Their marriage officially ended in December of 2005.
Before that, he married Marcia Harvey in 1981.
They remained married until 1994.
Steve Harvey speaks onstage during 2019 Miss Universe Pageant at Tyler Perry Studios on December 08, 2019. (Photo Credit: Paras Griffin/Getty Images)
Through three marriages, Steve Harvey has seven children — four biological and three by adoption.
Three of his biological children were with his first wife, Marcia.
The two welcomed Brandi and Karli, twin daughters, on August 20 of 1982. Nine years later, on April 29, they welcomed their son, Broderick Harvey, Jr.
Steve Harvey is a very high-profile individual due to his career and success. His first wife, however, was not. As such, the reasons for their split were not immediately obvious.
Why did Steve Harvey get divorced from Marcia?
Not everything that happens in the '90s remains in the '90s. Marcia Harvey's 2011 book, Marcia: Eyes to the Soul, reflected upon her years married to Steve.
The public has now come to understand that Steve's career kept him busy, and the time away from them caused a strain that led to a divorce.
Court records show that Steve did not initially pay alimony or child support to his ex-wife. After two years, Marcia went to court, where a judge forced the then-deadbeat to provide what he owed. Since then, Steve Harvey has patched things up with his ex-wife and with his children.
How are Steve & Marjorie Today
These days, it feels like the pair have put the noise of a divorce behind them to enjoy living together.
In July 2024, the Family Feud host took to X, formerly Twitter, to post a photo of him and his wife from their romantic getaway in Italy, where they celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary.
"Still going strong," he wrote in the caption, along with fire and heart emojis. The pair looked incredibly cozy and incredibly chic, sitting together in formal wear while cruising the Mediterranean.
We have tragic news to report from the world of television:
Nicholas Brendon — the gifted actor best known for his work on Buffy the Vampire Slayer — has passed away.
He was just 54 years old.
Nicholas Brendon attends the "Ms. In The Biz" book launch party co-hosted by FilmBreak and presented by Dog & Pony on February 9, 2015 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Araya Diaz/Getty Images for Ms. In The Biz)
News of Brendon's death comes courtesy of a post on his official Instagram page:
"We are heartbroken to share the passing of our brother and son, Nicholas Brendon. He passed in his sleep of natural causes," his family wrote.
"Most people know Nicky for his work as an actor and for the characters he brought to life over the years. In recent years Nicky has found his passion in painting and art," the post continued.
"Nicky loved to share his enthusiastic talent with his family, friends and fans. He was passionate, sensitive and endlessly driven to create."
His family also acknowledged that Brendon had experienced his share of adversity over the years, while making clear that he remained hopeful.
Nicholas Brendon poses for his mugshot after being arrested on domestic violence charges on October 11, 2017 in Palm Springs, California. (Photo by Palm Springs Police Department via Getty Images)
"Those who truly knew him understood that his art was one of the purest reflections of who he was," the statement continued.
"While it's no secret that Nicholas had struggles in the past, he was on medications and treatment to manage his diagnosis and he was optimistic about the future at the time of his passing."
The Brendons concluded their message with a request for privacy as they grieve:
"Our family asks for privacy during this time as we grieve his loss and celebrate the life of a man who lived with intensity, imagination and heart. Thank you to everyone who has shown love and support," they wrote.
Nicholas Brendon as Xander Harris stars in 20th Century Fox's "Buffy The Vampire Slayer Year 5." (Photo by Online USA)
Born in Los Angeles in 1971, Brendon began to pursue acting at a young age.
While still in his teens, he rose to fame as Xander Harris on the acclaimed supernatural dramedy Buffy the Vampire Slayer, which aired seven seasons from 1997 to 2003.
He later appeared on Criminal Minds and remained active in the entertainment world for decades.
His passing marks the loss of a performer who helped define an era of television — and whose impact extended far beyond a single role.
Brendon battled substance abuse and experienced numerous brushes with the law over the course of his career. His cause of death is unknown at this time.
Our thoughts go out to Nicholas' loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
Taylor Frankie Paul attends the Los Angeles Premiere and FYC Event of Hulu's "The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives" Season 2 at Paramount Studios on May 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Araya Doheny/Getty Images)
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives fans knew about the incident years ago, and ABC didn't want to listen to their warnings about Taylor.
Now, the network stands to lose an astonishing $30 million as a result of its fractured partnership with Paul (per The Hollywood Reporter).
That figure reflects the full cost of production — including filming, travel, crew, marketing, and post-production — all of which (except for post-production) had already been completed before the network made the decision to shelve the season.
In other words, this isn't a matter of stopping something mid-production. Filming was all but finished. The show was mostly ready to air. And now, it may never be seen.
Taylor Paul attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
At this stage, ABC has not announced any plans to air the season in a different format — or at all.
They're just scrapping an entire season of a show that costs about $2 million per episode.
In addition to all the ad revenue they stand to lose, the Disney-owned network will also lose out on all the show's sponsored content deals:
The airlines and hotels that we see during the travel segments, the clothes Taylor wore — most of that was provided for free by brands who just wanted the exposure.
Now, they'll be expecting to be compensated some other way — likely with cash.
Taylor Paul attends the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game at The Kia Forum on February 13, 2026 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images)
The network could attempt to recoup some of the losses through insurance or by repurposing footage, but reports suggest there is no clear or immediate solution that would offset a financial hit of this magnitude.
Despite the fact that the incident had been publicly known before Paul was cast, the emergence of the video itself appears to have been the tipping point.
And with advertisers, affiliates, and viewers all watching closely, the decision carries consequences that go far beyond the bottom line.
Obviously, pulling the season was necessary given the circumstances.
After all, it's hard to believe that fans would've tuned in every week and rooted for a woman with well-documented violent tendencies to find and marry the man of her dreams.
Taylor Frankie Paul attends Hulu's Get Real House at Casa Lago on April 22, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
And in all likelihood, the show would've continued to lose advertisers, as well as viewers.
Still, it's not hard to see why execs hesitated to cancel the season.
After all, Taylor's not the only one involved in the making of this series.
Now, if producers cast one of her suitors as next season's Bachelor, no one will know who he is. And Doug Mason, the man who proposed to Taylor, won't get his moment in the spotlight.
Which is a shame, as he didn't get much else out of his time on the show. Sources say he and Paul have already broken up.
Network execs made the controversial move after video of Paul assaulting then-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen went viral on Thursday.
The situation stunned many — including, it seems, Taylor's Secret Lives of Mormon Wives castmates, who are now speaking out about the situation:
Taylor Frankie Paul attends SiriusXM's Radio Andy Presentation: Town Hall with the cast of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" at SiriusXM Studios on May 08, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images for SiriusXM)
"My personal history as a survivor makes it impossible for me to stay silent. I stand firmly against domestic violence in any form." Layla Taylor wrote on her Instagram Story (via People).
Shortly after Taylor sounded off, her Secret Lives costar Miranda McWhorter offered her own two cents:
"I've honestly been a little at a loss for words trying to process this all. Everything has been really heavy to see. Domestic violence and abuse of any kind is something I take very seriously," McWhorter wrote, adding:
"As a human, and especially a mother, I cannot support that kind of behavior. My heart is with the children in this and I hope they're safe, supported, and surrounded by love."
The video that led ABC to pull Taylor's season — a decision that's expected to cost the network tens of millions of dollars — was bad enough.
Miranda McWhorter, Jessi Ngatikaura, Layla Taylor, Mikayla Matthews, Mayci Neeley, Taylor Frankie Paul, Jennifer Affleck, Whitney Leavitt and Demi Engemann attend the Los Angeles Premiere and FYC Event of Hulu's "The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives" Season 2 at Paramount Studios on May 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Araya Doheny/Getty Images)
The first fight allegedly broke out while Dakota was visiting Taylor and their 2-year-old son at her home.
Dakota claims that Taylor choked him, shoved him into a window, and struck him at least once.
Mortensen says he called 911 for help, but that Taylor "pressured and manipulated" him into falsely telling the dispatcher that their son was sick and ending the call.
He claims that Taylor's "aggressive behavior" continued from there, so he took the child home for his safety.
Taylor Paul attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Elsewhere in his filing, he claims that the aggression continued the following night when Taylor threw his phone at a wall and tried to physically prevent him from leaving her house.
Despite the mounting evidence against her, Taylor continues to maintain that she is the victim in this situation.
"Taylor is very grateful for ABC's support as she prioritizes her family's safety and security," Paul said through a spokesperson, adding (via People):
"After years of silently suffering extensive mental and physical abuse as well as threats of retaliation, Taylor is finally gaining the strength to face her accuser and taking steps to ensure that she and her children are protected from any further harm.
"There are too many women who are suffering in silence as they survive aggressive, jealous ex-partners who refuse to let them move on with their lives."
We will have further updates on this developing story as new information becomes available.
