Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit and husband of tennis legend Serena Williams, displayed his characteristic humor during a recent media blunder at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. Known for his unwavering support for his wife and daughter, Ohanian found himself in an amusing situation when he was mistaken for Williams’ personal umbrella holder by the media.
Ohanian shared a photograph of his wife Serena and their daughter Olympia, taken by a media official during the ceremony. In a playful response to being misidentified, Ohanian posted on social media, “Olympia. Serena. Serena’s Personal Umbrella Holder. 😂 Let the games begin! I’ll be watching a lot of T&F to soak up @athlos inspiration,🥇”.
Serena Williams, adorned in a stunning bodycon full-sleeve chiffon red gown, arrived at the event just as unexpected rain began. Ohanian, ever the attentive husband, held an umbrella over his family. A Eurosport commentator humorously remarked, “She looks absolutely incredible. She’s got someone just behind us holding an umbrella. Those are the levels you aspire to, to have an actual umbrella holder behind you.”
In an interview with Access Hollywood, Ohanian took the mix-up in stride, revealing his perspective on the situation. “More people know me for the pancakes I do than for creating Reddit, and you know what, I’m OK with that,” he said, underscoring his down-to-earth nature and dedication to his family.
Ohanian’s lighthearted reaction and his loving support for his family highlighted the depth of his affection for Serena and Olympia. Despite his substantial net worth and professional achievements, he embraced the humorous moment, demonstrating his humility and devotion. Serena Williams further brightened the day by offering an affectionate compliment to her husband during the interview, adding a touch of warmth to the comedic start of the event.