The U.S. Open Grand Slam event always attracts a huge celebrity presence, and thereβs a special magic at at the Billie Jean King Tennis Centerβs Arthur Ashe Stadium that can only exist in New York City. Since the other three major tournaments take place in Australia, France and England, itβs a chance for east coast based celebs to see the sportβs biggest stars without traveling too far from home. Itβs also an opportunity for American tennis players to show that theyβre ready to compete with top-ranked international stars like Carlos Alacaraz and Iga Swiatek.
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As so many players continue to deal with Olympic hangovers, weβve seen some high quality tennis and surprising upsets. With athletes like Coco Gauff, Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton delivering memorable matches, Black stars have been front and center for all the action. As the competition heads toward the final rounds, weβve got all the Black stars whoβve attended the 2024 U.S. Open.
Serena Williams and Alicia Keys

Daymond John

Kerry Washington
Seal

Danai Gurira

Misty Copeland

Questlove

Kecia Lewis

Gladys Knight

Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe

Shonda Rhimes

Yvonne Orji

Carmelo Anthony

Ego Nwodim

Michael Che

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