Williams and Preti were first publicly linked in July 2024 when they were photographed vacationing together in Nerano, Italy, along the Amalfi Coast. Despite Williams’ long-standing prominence in the public eye, particularly as part of the iconic sibling duo with her sister Serena Williams, she has largely kept her romantic life private. This engagement marks a new chapter for Williams, who was previously in relationships with Elio Pis and Nicholas Hammond.
Andrea Preti, born in Denmark in 1988, spent his formative years there before relocating to Italy as a teenager. His passion for fashion led him to a successful modeling career, but he soon transitioned into acting, studying at the renowned Susan Batson Studio in New York—a school with alumni like Nicole Kidman and Laverne Cox. Preti’s filmography includes writing, directing, and starring in the 2014 drama “One More Day,” as well as roles in Italian TV series such as “Un Professore.” More recently, he appeared in the 2023 film “Temptation” and was a contestant on the Italian reality show “La Talpa.” His previous high-profile relationship was with Italian tennis player Susanna Giovanardi, with whom he attended the “Challengers” premiere in Rome in April 2024.
Speculation about Williams and Preti’s engagement began in February 2025, when Williams was spotted wearing a diamond ring during a training session in Rome and later at the Dsquared2 Fall/Winter 2025 fashion show at Milan Fashion Week. The couple, however, kept details of their relationship under wraps until Williams confirmed the engagement during her Washington, D.C. post-match interview. “My fiancé is here, and he really encouraged me to keep playing. He’s never seen me play,” Williams shared, highlighting Preti’s support during her comeback.
Wedding preparations are already underway, with Serena Williams confirming on the Today show that Venus’ bachelorette party has already taken place, and more celebratory events are planned. This new milestone comes as Venus Williams continues to defy expectations on the court, further cementing her legacy in the sport and offering fans a glimpse into her personal happiness.
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