The Met Gala is known for being a platform for celebrities to showcase their extravagant fashion choices. However, this year’s event also provided the perfect opportunity for two prominent women to announce their pregnancies: tennis superstar Serena Williams and supermodel Karlie Kloss.
Serena Williams’ Poignant Announcement
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Serena Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, revealed she was pregnant during an interview on the Met Gala’s not-so-red carpet. Her announcement had particular poignance given that she had stepped away from tennis last year to have a second child. In an essay for Vogue magazine, Williams expressed her desire to have a family while also pursuing her career. She stated that she never wanted to have to choose between tennis and a family, as she believed it was unfair. Williams shared the news of her pregnancy alongside her husband, Alexis Ohanian, during a live stream interview with Vogue host La La Anthony.
Karlie Kloss’ Exciting News
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Karlie Kloss, who was sporting black hair at the event, also revealed that she was pregnant during an interview with Vogue livestream host Emma Chamberlain. Kloss and her husband, Josh Kushner, welcomed their first child, Levi, in March 2021. The supermodel’s pregnancy announcement prompted squeals of delight from Chamberlain, who even offered to babysit.
A Shift Towards Agency
Williams’ and Kloss’ announcements mark a shift towards women having more agency in announcing their pregnancies. Williams publicly shared a picture of her profile on Snapchat during her first pregnancy, captioned “20 weeks.” However, she later stated that it was an accident. This time around, Williams was able to share the news on her own terms during an interview. Similarly, Kloss was able to share her pregnancy news during an interview rather than having it leaked to the media.
Looking Towards the Future
Serena Williams and Karlie Kloss’ announcements have sparked excitement among their fans, who eagerly awaiting news of the new arrivals. As these prominent women continue to balance their careers and families, their announcements mark a step towards greater agency and representation for women in the public eye.
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