Off the tennis court, Serena Williams has opened up to the world with her free spirit. She has graced the headlines for allegedly dating Toronto rapper Drake, dancing in Beyonce’s “Sorry” video, flawless bikini pictures and just showing the world her carefree side. Of course she is quite the American athlete. Her great contribute to professional tennis has landed her at number 1 in women’s singles tennis. Tennis isn’t the only thing Williams is good at. She has shared her beauty on our screens in films such as Hair Show, TV shows like The Simpsons, My Wife and Kids, and Venus and Serena. Williams is more than a tennis player. Serena Williams is what we call #blackgirlmagic.

What is #BLACKGIRLMAGIC? It’s simple. Huffington Post, Julee Wilson said it best “this term is used to illustrate the universal awesomeness of black women. It’s about celebrating anything we deem particularly dope, inspiring, or mind-blowing about ourselves.” The term was created by CaShawn Thompson. Thompson felt its a movement that celebrates the power, beauty and resilience of black women.

Here are six reasons why Serena Williams equates #BLACKGIRLMAGIC

Resilient – She can’t be stopped! She pushes herself to limits that help her achieve all her goals and aspirations. She can bend but NOT break!

Powerful – She’s a force to be reckoned with! Her influence on America has given her the rights to be respected. She’s such a powerful authority figure that can inspire others to do well.

Ambitious -She takes control! She hasn’t been known for her to give up. From her first grand slam singles title at the U.S. Open back in 1999 to the 22 she has now. Williams never STOPPED!

Confident – Bold is an understatement! She always grace us with a smile. From magazine covers to red carpet affairs, Williams always graces us with high poise and beauty.

Ambitious -She takes control! She hasn’t been known for her to give up. From her first grand slam singles title at the U.S. Open back in 1999 to the 22 she has now. Williams never STOPPED!

Kindhearted – True! That’s the word you get when you think of Serena Williams. She has always been true to herself and her millions of fans. Serena Williams’s supports charities; including UNICEF, Elton John AIDS Foundation, and The HollyRod Foundation. She continues to give back.

Self-Aware – Serena Williams told Wired Magazine, “I’m a Black woman, and I am in a sport that wasn’t really meant for Black people….So to those of you involved in equality movements like Black Lives Matter, keep it up. Don’t let those trolls stop you.” She is aware of the world and not scared to show it!