VENUS WILLIAMS CELEBRATES MARRIAGE WITH SECOND LUXURY WEDDING IN FLORIDA

Venus Williams has officially celebrated her marriage for a second time, hosting a lavish wedding ceremony in Florida with her husband, Italian actor and model Andrea Preti, months after the couple first tied the knot in Italy.

The tennis icon and her new husband marked the occasion with an extended six-day celebration in Palm Beach, Florida, surrounded by close friends and family. The series of luxurious events included elegant dinners, relaxed pool parties and an intimate wedding ceremony, creating what Venus described as a joyful and deeply personal experience.

The couple had originally married in Italy in September, but decided to hold a second ceremony in the United States due to administrative delays. Paperwork confirming their Italian marriage is said to take up to eight months to be fully processed, prompting the couple to host a stateside celebration so that both families could officially come together.

Speaking to Vogue, Venus shared details of the Florida festivities and revealed that her sister, tennis legend Serena Williams, played a special role in the celebrations, gifting the couple an unforgettable experience.

“Serena gave us this gift of a beautiful yacht, and she arranged all the food, everything,” Venus said.

The yacht became one of the standout moments of the week-long celebration, hosting a select group of guests for a relaxed and joyful gathering on the water.

“We had 10 to 12 of our closest family and friends who were in town on the boat,” Venus added. “We were singing, dancing, gossiping, and just enjoying each other.”

The Palm Beach celebrations took place just ahead of Christmas, with members of Andrea Preti’s family travelling from Italy to join the festivities. Venus and Andrea welcomed them to the United States with a series of dinners and poolside gatherings, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere in the days leading up to the ceremony.

Despite being one of the most recognisable athletes in the world, Venus has kept her relationship with Andrea largely out of the public eye. The couple are believed to have met through mutual friends, and their romance has developed quietly away from the spotlight.

Andrea Preti is an Italian actor and model who has worked extensively in Europe, appearing in film and television projects while maintaining a relatively low public profile. Friends of the couple have described their relationship as grounded, supportive and deeply respectful, qualities reflected in the tone of their wedding celebrations.

Venus Williams, 44, is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. A seven-time Grand Slam singles champion, she helped revolutionise women’s tennis alongside her sister Serena, not only through athletic achievement but also through advocacy for equal pay and greater recognition for female athletes.

In recent years, Venus has balanced her sporting career with business ventures, fashion design and wellness projects, all while maintaining a strong presence in the tennis world. Her marriage marks a significant personal milestone for a woman who has often spoken about the importance of independence, self-growth and authenticity.

The decision to hold two ceremonies allowed the couple to honour both their personal circumstances and international roots. The Italian wedding offered romance and tradition, while the Florida celebration provided an opportunity for family unity and shared memories during the festive season.

Fans have been quick to send their congratulations, with many praising Venus for embracing love on her own terms and celebrating in a way that felt meaningful rather than extravagant for show. The six-day celebration may have been luxurious, but by all accounts, it was the closeness of friends and family that made the occasion truly special.

As Venus Williams begins this new chapter of her life, the tennis legend appears to be embracing happiness with the same confidence and grace that defined her career on the court, surrounded by loved ones, celebrating love, and doing things her way.