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“I love "Phenomenal Woman." The experiences she had of being African American in the U.S. - that itself is a task. I appreciate the hardships Maya Angelou went through for our generation. I'm super influenced by the black people that paved the way for us.”

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Serena Williams

Serena Williams, born on September 26, 1981, is a world-renowned female tennis player from the United States. She has achieved remarkable success in the tennis world, winning multiple Grand Slam singles titles and is considered one of the greatest female tennis players in history. more

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