Serena Williams maintains a close relationship with her family. Don Riddell visits her father Richard at his Florida home. 'King Richard' portrays the power behind the Williams sisters' throne www.cnn.com/2021/11/16/tennis...
Did he say he had people outside calling his kids the n word just to prepare them for life? Someone people would say that’s child abuse but I’m gonna do that for my kids.
He wrote that paper before they were born. I’m gonna write a 3 page paper for my unborn daughter so she can be the best immigrant lawyer ever. While working as a surgeon on the weekend as a surgeon.
@@daphneepaul3737 he said insults. Which makes sense in the sport they were preparing to enter. He didn't say the N-word. There is NO need to traumatize Black children to create success.
Walked?? The jerk walked out on five young children (all his), leaving his first wife to raise them in abject poverty, Richard never providing financial support. Nothing to be admired here.
Wow. You could not make this up. Can you imagine if a film with this story line was made 30 years ago? People would think it was just a far fetched story...a poor black man in America raising not one but two amazing tennis players?? Complete and total respect to Richard Williams and both of his glam slam winning daughters.
It is unreal mannn. I’ve watched these women since I was about 5 years old back in 2000. Now to still see them and what they’ve accomplished it’s just unimaginable.
@Jermaine...My thoughts, too, exactly what we need. Jermaine, the entire family respected him. If I remember rightly, one is a Washington, D.C. lawyer.
@@pjpj3416 Not him!!! I think he's over exposed! Idris Elba and so many other very talented black actors will do a magnificent job!! I don't know but I just can't take him seriously with his corny self and those big ears! I'm so sorry, I don't mean to be disrespectful.😁😂
I don't think we can adequately fathom what this man, Richard Williams, did. He believed beyond overwhelming proof and circumstances and chose to craft life after that point in a direction of tennis not knowing what the outcome would be. We talk about faith without works. This is what it means it live by faith and not by sight. HALLELUJAH to the Lamb of God!!
There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
I think that it was very brilliant and loving, yes loving, for Mr.Williams to toughen the girls up under the ugly insults the young people hurled at them. Preparation is key. He, unfortunately, knew the kind of reception his daughters would receive in this world. Because of their thick skin, they were able to focus and they were able to rise!
@cooling...The Committee awards you a Doctorate in Psychology. Truer words were never spoken. Yes, "toughen up" is key. My heart is smiling after reading your insightful comment.
There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
If he was my dad I’d tell him everyday that I love him. He prepared his girls for everything the world was about to bestow on them.. His protection over them is Priceless!!!!!💕
Priceless indeed! I remember the interview that Venus did when she was 14. The way Venus sat back with the expression "Daddy has it. I'm good"....was priceless. I love watching that.
There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
I saw the movie *King Richard* on Saturday with my family. It was spectacular!! Richard and Oracine Williams are phenomenal parents and I'm glad they are getting the respect they deserve for speaking LIFE and success into their daughters. Serena Williams is the undisputed Greatest Of All Time. But we should never forget, *it was VENUS WILLIAMS who created, opened and smashed open the door for Serena to walk through.*
This man really makes me think how I have to be a better mother and to push my Children to do and want better for themselves.What an inspiration this man is to me.
Wow, I just noticed that some of the greatest athletes and entertainers started off from what I call a Great Push from their fathers. Examples: Michael Jackson, Tiger Woods, Beyonce and etc... I tip my hat to all of these dads. Way to go!!! I wish there were more like u.
Yup! And today's society underestimate the role of fathers in a marriage. They are vital. So grateful for my dad. Still married and loves my mom 37 years strong!
Tee Perry this why white folk n white media always try to paint a negative picture of the families you mention who produce kids with remarkable talent.......God forbid that black folk be associate wth positivity!
@@geezafrican5720 There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
I Repent. Back in the day, I didn't think too much of this man because I didn't understand him when he spoke. But I was dead wrong. My perception of his appearance or language or anything else is unimportant. Unlike many parents, he had a goal and he set out to accomplish it. His parenting was deliberate. He taught them extremely important principles, whether they had succeeded in tennis or not. He didn't say, "I don't know how to play tennis," he LEARNED how to play tennis and then TAUGHT his girls. Whole books can be written on Richard Williams. I'm glad he made it to the hall of fame.
It’s nice of you to apologize. You have done a good thing. It’s always amazing when someone can own up to being wrong. God bless you and keep on being a person that is not afraid of correcting themselves. Love and peace to you
There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
This guy should be an example to all about hard work and faith in his kids, preparing them to the future!!!!! A roll model to a lot of fathers!!!! Congratulations!!!!
There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
Genius of a man! Not one but two number one ranked daughters, and Serena possibly the greatest ever. I remember an interview with 60 minutes when his daughters were young and the focus was Venus who was 11 or 12 and would turn pro soon. Mr. Williams said, Venus is great but wait till you see the little one (Serena). In spite of everything that he and those young ladies endured even in their professional career, especially early, he should have been celebrated by the tennis profession a long time ago. If he was anyone other than who he is he'd been long revered in the tennis world. So, Mr. Williams from one younger black man to my elder, I salute you sir. Congratulations on the movie.
Wow based on the King Richard movie trailer Will Smith gained weight, studied their father's walk , and got his Louisiana accent on point. He got Richard Williams down to a tee! Can't wait to see it.
This is what Black folks need to experience and see more off and that is fathers in children lives D. Pitts Richard is a great father even in Compton. D. Pitts
@@Frenchie1116 You mean African American community, not Black community. The Africans, and Blacks from the Caribbeans are doing just fine in that regard.
He is THE COACH of all the coaches combined in the world!!! With no formal training or being even a small time player in his days. , he had accomplished a rare feat in the tennis World , when most of the professional coaches failed!!!!
I don’t care what anyone says, a father is an indispensable element in a child’s life. A child can do great things with a strong mother, but is capable of doing extraordinary things with their father present. I love you dad. Update to my previous comment: I am not just alluding to success from a materialistic perspective. Even horrible mothers are able to create successful children. Look at the Kardashians as the typical example. If they had a father in their lives with a backbone, do you think he would have agreed to having his daughters sell themselves for fame? Highly doubt it. This isn’t saying that mothers aren’t important. Not belittling the strength and determination of a woman. I am obviously one myself. However, I strongly believe that a functional nuclear family is better than one with a single mother.
They can do extraordinary things with their mother present as well. Children need BOTH parents in their lives, but many of our greatest Athletes Or Celebrities who have done extraordinary things is due to either a strong Mom Or Dad. In their case, it's their Dad.
@@naturalkinkycurlymarie7496 nah they can do extraordinary things when a father is present because fathers give discipline and structure. Their role is different from mothers. No one is taking anything away from mothers but if it wasn't for my dad coming in my life later on my life wouldn't be the way it is. Fathers play a very key role.
@@lilouliving *It takes an extraordinary Father like Richard,* Not just _"a Father",_ to get a _Venus & Serena._ Glad your Dad made the difference in your life. Good-Strong Mothers provide proper Guidance in addition to *_Discipline & Structure_* as well. The Fact still Remains that many people who have done and are doing *_Extraordinary things_* were driven, taught & Mentored by their Mothers. From World-class Athletes to Researchers, Scientists, Doctors, Inventors, Entrepreneurs, Politicians, Lawyers ...etc. President *_Barack Obama_* was raised by a Strong Single Mom. Many everyday people excel in life and are who they are because of their Mom. Celebs as well, like: Grammy Award Artist-Rock-n-Roll & Songwriter Hall of Famer *_Mariah Carey_* Oscar-winning actors: *_Halle Berry, Leonardo DeCaprio._* Grammy Award-winning Artists: *_Adele, Jill Scott, Alicia Keys,_*_ etc._ Athletes like *_Michael Phelps_* the most decorated Olympic Athlete of all time, and *_Naomi Osaka_* Tennis Player. The list goes on. It's about good parenting, proper Guidance, Discipline & Structure, and a loving relationship with the child in a positive home environment.
This is why you need to plan your kids future. Sometimes regular education doesn’t give kids the best future. Kids need to have talents and captivate those talents to map out a career
@Ge'ez African There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
@@Passportbros8 This has nothing to do with this video and isn’t relevant. Women don’t have to rely on a man in today’s world when they can go an make their own way.
@@jasonlang9074 Look Buddy. This has alot to do with this video. If you dont want to use your thinking skills and see what is happening before your eyes right now in this world then i dont know what to say. This has many correlations and has a lot to do with the 21st century and the world we live in today.
@@jasonlang9074 @jason Lang Look Buddy. This has alot to do with this video. If you dont want to use your thinking skills and see what is happening before your eyes right now in this world then i dont know what to say. This has many correlations and has a lot to do with the 21st century and the world we live in today.
Venus looks like her dad, Serena like her Mom. I read somewhere that Serena is closest with her dad while Venus is closest with her mom. Great man and father.
There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
Did y'all see how simply and skillfully these parents kept their Family's amazing story for The Family. King was in negotiations with All them to come "managers." They built their Family's story through their literal Blood, Sweat, Tears and through the fear. Amazing story of the negotiation technique, "know when to hold dem."
An amazing example of a father........his determination has changed their lives forever and his legacy is eternally etched in history. Great job Mr. Williams!!!!
So, he is the mastermind. I don't understand how he said he didn't know about tennis, but he was teaching them. Hopefully his daughters have taken care of him financially.
Great Genius..Amazing inspiration to all the parents..What I appreciate most is he focused his full time ,energy and attention for raising the two daughters to world class champions..very few parents are doing it...
Mr. Williams is an American treasure and deserves to win the next 26 straight "Father of the Year" awards in my opinion. What Mr. Williams was able to accomplish with Venus and Serena is nothing short of a one in a Trillion miracle. To even suggest that 2 black girls trained by their dad in Compton would eventually completely take over the sport of tennis, would have been considered unrealistic Science-Fiction. A very impressive man and extraordinary father to say the least.
A man who abandons his first 5 children doesn't get to make it up with next two. Regardless of how amazing they turned out. I wonder if they will bring that up in the upcoming movie.
@@automata9866 Actually he does get to make up for his past mistakes by raising Venus and Serena so perfectly. There is no "Father School" so I'm guessing the man had to learn from his passed mistakes. Or perhaps you would have him not have raised those 2 at all and let the Europeans keep those tennis trophy's? The word "Abandoned" is a strong word for re-marrying and raising a new family.
There is a Feminist Agenda in the western world. Marriages are almost going extinct. Women now say they no longer need men. The world is truly messed up as time goes on.
@@infiniteuniverse9528 It's not just a past mistake he continually made the mistake by treating his 5 other children like they were trash. I do respect the fact that he raised two of the most amazing women of our time. But 2 out of 7 is still a failure, no matter how you look at it. The suffering he caused his first 5 children is unimaginable.
@@automata9866 Anyone would take 2 out of 7 children becoming billionaires as being a huge success. (Most "Good Parents" will never raise a single billionaire who can support the rest of the family financially, lest alone 2 of them.)
This Is The Ignition that Bursts Into An Eternal Flame When Black Fathers Invest In Their Kids ! PURE GENIUS ! Another Good Example - Joe Jackson - Beyonces Father Etc etc
