Serena Williams Signs Deal With Amazon Studios

Serena Williams has signed a deal with Amazon Studios under which she will create scripted and non-scripted programming, including a docuseries that follows her exploits on and off the court, the tennis star made the announcement during a conversation with actor Michael B. Jordan that was part of a charitable event organized by Vanity Fair magazine.

The 39-year-old Williams, who ranks second all-time with 23 Grand Slam singles titles, said she hopes to “bring really special stories to film, and to people’s homes.”

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the first project from the deal is an untitled docuseries which will chronicle Williams’ personal and professional life.

“I’m very excited to be partnering with Amazon Studios – they are developing some of the most inspiring and important content for a global audience,” Williams said.

Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon Studios, hailed Williams as the one of the “most inspiring athletes, entrepreneurs and women of her generation”.