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Alexis Ohanian Responds After Serena Williams Faces Online Backlash

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Serena Williams recently shared family photos from her sister’s wedding, expecting the usual stream of congratulations. Instead, she was met with comments questioning her skin tone, with some accusing her of “lightening” her skin, a claim that spread quickly online without any evidence.

The picture that caused the backlash. Credit: Instagram

Her husband, Alexis Ohanian, responded publicly, using X (formerly Twitter) to challenge the criticism. He wrote:“Where are all the comments from people who don’t understand how photography lighting works?” The message was clear: Serena’s appearance in the photos was influenced by lighting, not cosmetic alteration.

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When some users tried to twist his response, Ohanian clarified further, pointing out that photos from the same event can look different depending on lighting and camera angles. His direct approach stood out at a time when vague, polished statements are often the norm for celebrities under scrutiny.

Williams has faced similar criticism before. In the past, she has directly addressed accusations about her skin tone, emphasising that differences in her appearance in photos are a result of lighting, not cosmetic changes. “I’m a dark Black woman, and I love who I am,” she said, shutting down speculation in straightforward terms.

Serena Williams: Instagram

Ohanian’s defence of Serena reflects a growing trend among public figures: confronting online misinformation head on rather than ignoring it. Social media users praised him for defending her clearly and firmly, noting that such directness is rare.

This incident highlights a wider issue, the intense scrutiny women, particularly Black women, face regarding their appearance. For Serena, the focus should remain on her achievements as a tennis icon and global role model, not on unfounded speculation about her skin.

Ohanian’s response serves as a reminder that misinformation can be challenged directly and that public figures, with the support of those closest to them, can take control of how their stories are told.

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Natalie Portman Expecting Third Child, Says She Is “Very Grateful”

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Natalie Portman is expecting her third child. The news was confirmed during an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, where she spoke briefly about the pregnancy and reflected on her personal experience of motherhood and fertility.

During the conversation, Portman addressed the announcement directly and shared her reaction alongside her partner:

“Tanguy and I are very excited. I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.”

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She expanded on that thought, speaking more broadly about awareness around pregnancy and how her perspective has been shaped over time:

“I grew up hearing about how hard it is to get pregnant… I know how lucky it is. I’m very aware, and I’m very grateful.”

The interview frames the pregnancy as a private family development rather than a public reveal, with Portman offering only select comments on the subject. She did not go into detail about her due date or any further plans, keeping the focus on her immediate response to the news.

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Portman is already a mother of two children from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied. The current pregnancy is her third child and her first with French musician and producer Tanguy Destable.

Within the interview, her comments remained centred on gratitude and awareness, with no additional statements made beyond the brief reflections shared during the conversation.

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Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato Reunited on Opening Night of Her ‘It’s Not That Deep’ Tour

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Demi Lovato kicked off her ‘It’s Not That Deep’ tour in Orlando on Monday, and the opening night delivered considerably more than anyone expected. Selena Gomez was in attendance, watching from box seats in the audience. She later shared photos from the night and wrote that she was in tears, describing it as one of the best shows she had ever seen. The two were photographed embracing backstage, marking their first known photo together in nearly a decade.

 

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Their friendship runs deeper than Disney. They starred together in the 2009 film “Princess Protection Program” before gradually drifting apart around 2010. Speaking on the ‘Baby, This is Keke Palmer’ podcast in March, Lovato credited that pre-Disney friendship as a source of safety when she first entered that world. “I felt this safety when I came into the Disney Channel, having a built-in friendship there already,” she said

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The nostalgia did not stop there. Backstage, Lovato posted a TikTok using audio from a Keeping Up with the Kardashians promo, mouthing the words “OK guys, we’re back. Did you miss us? ‘Cause we missed you.” Joe Jonas, who also appeared during the night for a surprise stage performance of “This Is Me” from “Camp Rock” and “On the Line,” joined in the nostalgic moment, with both leaning fully into what the evening represented.

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Monday’s opening night also lands in the middle of a broader wave of Disney Channel nostalgia. Miley Cyrus returned to her “Hannah Montana” roots last month for the show’s 20th anniversary special and had her own reunion with Gomez, who had a recurring role on the series. For a generation that grew up on that era, 2026 has already delivered more than expected.

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Victoria Beckham Addresses Rift With Son Brooklyn and Pushes Back on Media Narrative Around Her Family

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Victoria Beckham addressed the family’s ongoing feud with her son Brooklyn Peltz Beckham.

In a recent interview with Wall Street Journal the fashion designer spoke about the rift when asked about it without directly referencing Brooklyn.

“I think that we’ve always-we love our children so much. We’ve always tried to be the best parents that we can be, she said. And you know, we’ve been in the public eye for more than 30 years right now, and all we’ve ever tried to do is protect our children and love our children. And you know, that’s all I really want to say about it.”

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The response follows earlier claims made by Brooklyn in a series of public statements and post earlier this year, where he publicly accused his parents on Instagram of trying to sabotage his relationship with his wife Nicola Peltz Beckham. He claimed his parents have been trying “endlessly to ruin” his relationship.

Also he specifically accused his mom of backing out of plans to design Nicola Peltz’s wedding dress at the “eleventh hour”. He also claimed she called him “evil” during disagreements over wedding seating, disrupted their first dance, and brought people from his past back into their lives in ways he said made both him and his wife uncomfortable.

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He went on to say that he felt controlled by his parents for most of his life and struggled with anxiety growing up. According to him, stepping away from his family has brought a sense of relief, marking the first time he has felt free from that pressure.

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Victoria Beckham addressed the reports during the interview, saying they were not trying to control the narrative around their son or their family. She also denied the allegations of she and her husband trying to ruin Brooklyn’s relationship with Nicola.

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