Alexis Ohanian Reacts to Serena Williams’ Surprise Super Bowl Halftime Cameo

Serena Williams stole the show during Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime performance, and her husband, Alexis Ohanian, had the perfect reaction. The tech entrepreneur took to social media to celebrate his wife’s unexpected appearance, making it clear that he was just as thrilled as fans to see the tennis icon on stage.

Alexis Ohanian Praises Serena’s Super Bowl Moment

After Serena Williams made a surprise cameo during Kendrick Lamar’s performance at the Super Bowl Halftime Show, her husband, Alexis Ohanian, wasted no time in sharing his reaction.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on February 9, the Reddit co-founder wrote:

“Pretty fantastic halftime show.”

His short but sweet message quickly gained attention, as fans flooded the post with comments praising Serena’s performance and their strong relationship.

Serena Williams Joins Kendrick Lamar for “Not Like Us”

The 23-time Grand Slam champion took the stage at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, making a special appearance during Kendrick Lamar’s viral hit “Not Like Us”—a diss track aimed at Drake.

For the performance, Serena rocked a blue tennis-inspired skirt set, showing off her signature dance moves. At one point, she even threw in a Crip Walk, a move she famously did after winning at Wimbledon and the Olympics.

Following her onstage moment, Serena couldn’t contain her excitement. She shared a video on X, writing:

“Let’s go Super Bowl Halftime! I died a little!”

She also humorously acknowledged her dance, joking:

“Man, I did not Crip Walk like that at Wimbledon. I would be fined!”

Serena Williams’ Connection to Kendrick Lamar and Drake

While Serena’s presence during “Not Like Us” raised eyebrows, fans were quick to recall her past romantic history with Drake. The two were rumored to have dated in 2015, making her involvement in a Drake diss track performance even more intriguing.

Serena has previously spoken about Kendrick Lamar’s lyrical dominance, even joking about his beef with Drake at the 2024 ESPY Awards:

“If I’ve learned anything this year, it’s that none of us—not a single one of us, not even me—should ever pick a fight with Kendrick Lamar,” she quipped. “He will make your hometown not like you. The next time Drake sits courtside at a Raptors game, they’re going to Forrest Gump him—Seats taken.”

Kendrick Lamar Makes Super Bowl Halftime Show History

This year’s Super Bowl Halftime Show was a historic one, as Kendrick Lamar became the first solo hip-hop artist to headline the event.

The Grammy-winning rapper delivered an electrifying performance, featuring hits like:

• “HUMBLE.”
• “DNA.”
• “Squabble Up”
• “Not Like Us” (which had the crowd on their feet)

He was also joined by special guests, including SZA and Samuel L. Jackson, who played the role of “Uncle Sam” throughout the show.

Serena Williams Continues to Dominate Beyond Tennis

While Serena Williams officially retired from professional tennis, her cultural impact remains as strong as ever. Whether she’s making moves in fashion, business, or entertainment, the sports legend continues to be a powerhouse.

With her husband Alexis Ohanian’s unwavering support, Serena proves that she’s not just a champion on the court—she’s a champion in life.