‘Is This Considered Black Privilege?’: Serena Williams Fans Go to War with Trolls for Questioning Tennis Star’s Massive $340 Million Legacy

Tennis superstar Serena Williams sparked an online debate after a troll mocked her for landing a spot on the inaugural ForbesBLK 50 list. The list celebrates the most powerful and wealthy Black Americans; however, one critic questioned if the Olympic gold medalist truly belonged. The list, which included a diverse range of influential names such as Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Shaquille O’Neal, Berry Gordy, Ken Chenault, Robert Johnson, and Fawn Weaver, added Williams to its ranks, recognizing both her financial success and societal impact. Critics are mocking Serena Williams for being on new power list. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/WireImage) Despite her impressive net worth of $340 million, critics took issue with her being categorized as one of America’s wealthiest self-made women, specifically questioning the “self-made” label. Serena’s financial acumen began early, managing a lucrative Puma endorsement deal as a teenager while still living with her parents. Guided by her father’s wisdom, she learned how to manage millions of dollars long before she was legally an adult. Off the court, she has since cemented her legacy through Serena Ventures, a venture capital firm she launched in 2014. The firm has been successful in backing 16 unicorn startups—privately owned companies...