Serena turns 36, receives birthday wishes galore
She shares a birthday month with her daughter, Alexis Olympia.
When a person as recognized as Serena Williams has a birthday, it's a big deal. First 23-time Grand Slam champion, then mother, and now a 36-year-old, the younger sister of Venus Williams has done a lot with her time on earth since 1981.
The birthday wishes from friends and fans came pouring in on Tuesday. Here are some of the highlights:
Serena officially share a birthday month with her daughter, Alexis Olympia Ohanian, Jr., who was born on September 1.