Tennis superstar Venus Williams surprised her fans this week by officially announcing her engagement to actor and producer Andrea Preti. The big news was revealed shortly after her victorious comeback on the tennis court, making it a week to remember for the 45-year-old sports legend.
Love Off The Court: How Venus and Andrea Became Engaged
After winning her first singles match in more than a year at the Mubadala Citi DC Open, Venus was all smiles in her post-match interview. She confirmed that her fiance, Andrea Preti, was right there in the stands, cheering her on with plenty of pride.
Venus told reporters, “My fiancé is here and he really encouraged me to keep playing. There were so many times where I just wanted to coast and kind of chill. Tennis is really hard work, like a 9 to 5 but you’re always running and lifting weights, then still must repeat it next day. He really kept me going and I’m really happy he finally see me play live”.
Who Is Andrea Preti?
Andrea Preti, 37, is an Italian-Danish actor and producer, known in Europe for several indie films and television productions. He started his career as a fashion model and later trained in acting at the Susan Batson Academy in New York. Among his notable achievements, he wrote, directed, and starred in the indie film ‘One More Day.’ Andrea has also featured on Italian reality TV and, more recently, in the 2023 drama Temptation.
His net worth is estimated around $1 million—small compared to Venus’s $95 million empire. But Andrea has made his own mark, and now, he’s even more recognized as the man who won Venus Williams’ heart.
How Their Love Story Began
Venus and Andrea reportedly fell for each other during a boat ride off Nerano, Italy, back in July 2024. Their romance stayed mostly under the radar until engagement rumors exploded earlier this year after Venus was seen wearing a sparkling diamond ring during a tennis practice in Rome, and again at Milan Fashion Week.
Andrea: The Force Behind Venus’s Comeback
Friends and fans have noticed how supportive Andrea has been, both on and off the court. After Venus’s doubles win at the DC Open, Andrea posted a sweet message saying, “So happy to see you smile again.” The couple is often seen together at events, but they’ve mostly kept their private life out of the headlines.
Venus Williams: A Win On and Off the Court
Venus Williams has broken many records and wowed fans worldwide. This engagement comes as she balances her tennis rebirth and a very public struggle with health issues, including Sjogren’s syndrome and a recent battle with fibroids. Yet, she keeps fighting, inspired in part by Andrea’s encouragement.
FAQs about Venus Williams’ Engagement
1. Who is Venus Williams’s fiancé?
Andrea Preti is an Italian-Danish actor, model, and producer who started his career in fashion, then moved into film and TV. He’s known for his role in ‘One More Day’ and reality TV work in Italy.
2. How did Venus and Andrea meet?
The couple first met in Italy in July 2024 during a boat trip off Nerano along the Amalfi Coast, and romance blossomed from there.
3. When did the engagement happen?
Venus confirmed her engagement in July 2025 after her singles comeback at the DC Open. Speculation began earlier in the year when she was seen wearing a diamond ring.
4. Has Andrea Preti seen Venus play before?
During her post-match interview, Venus revealed that this was the first time Andrea watched her compete live, making it extra special.
5. What does Andrea do for living?
Andrea Preti is an actor, director, and producer. His career includes acting in TV series and movies, reality shows, and directing indie film projects. He now splits his time supporting Venus and following his creative passions.
Venus Williams’s engagement to Andrea Preti comes as a sweet surprise to tennis fans worldwide—a true win both on and off the court.