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Serena Williams grew up in Compton and went on to dominate tennis, a sport with a small number of black faces. Whether it’s penning the Grammy and Oscar winning song “Glory,” or appearing on talk shows discussing the African-American plight, Common has been at the forefront of discussions concerning race and activism. Together the longtime friends and former couple sat down for a candid conversation about fame, race, and gender.
The video below is an edited, condensed version of The Undefeated in Depth: Serena with Common, an interview special that debuted on ESPN.
Transcript on The Undefeated.
