Tennis legend Venus Williams marries model-actor Andrea Preti: See pictures
What's the story
Tennis legend Venus Williams has tied the knot with Italian actor and model Andrea Preti. The couple's wedding was a five-day affair in Palm Beach, Florida, giving them plenty of time to celebrate with their loved ones. The 45-year-old athlete shared parts of her wedding journey on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse into this private event.
Love story
Williams and Preti's journey to matrimony
Williams and Preti first met in 2024, with their romance blossoming away from the public eye. After announcing their engagement earlier this year, they had a small wedding in Ischia, Italy, in September 2025. However, due to delays with international paperwork, that ceremony couldn't be officially recognized. This led to an additional official celebration in Florida with family and close friends present.
Wedding details
A blend of elegance and warmth
The Palm Beach celebration included a courthouse wedding on December 19, followed by a reception that was both elegant and warm. Williams described the moment as "beautiful, calm, sacred, exciting," calling it a dream come true. The couple made their grand entrance to Stevie Wonder's Signed, Sealed, Delivered before sharing their first dance to The Flamingos's I Only Have Eyes for You. Vogue Weddings shared a bunch of other dreamy images, too.
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'Royal wedding'
This is our royal wedding 🤍
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) December 23, 2025
Venus Williams and Andrea Preti officially tied the knot this last weekend. Congratulations to these two newlyweds 🥹
📸 by David Bastianoni for @voguemagazine and Vogue Weddings pic.twitter.com/20B2OAwli5
Family involvement
Family's role in the celebrations
Williams's sister Serena Williams played a major role in the wedding festivities. She gifted the couple a yacht for part of their celebrations, creating an intimate space for loved ones to gather. "Serena gave us this gift of a beautiful yacht, and she arranged all the food, everything," Williams said. "We had 10 to 12 of our closest family and friends who were in town on the boat." Serena also penned a note, saying, "Forever proud to stand beside you."
Attire details
More about Williams's wedding attire
For the Florida ceremony, Williams wore a custom gown by Georges Hobeika. The dress had a sculpted corset bodice with a sweetheart neckline and delicate spaghetti straps. It was layered with ornate white embroidery and lace appliques over a subtly sheer, nude-toned base. The tennis star completed her bridal look with sleek hair, luminous makeup, and minimal diamond jewelry to keep the overall aesthetic timeless and refined.