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BY Abu Mubarik, 12:00pm October 19, 2020,

Here are the richest self-made Black women in America

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by Abu Mubarik, 12:00pm October 19, 2020,
Here are the richest self-made Black women in America
Serena Williams appears on the runway after her Spring 2016 collection was presented during Fashion Week in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2015. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)

Serena Williams

The tennis superstar is worth $225 million. “She has more than a dozen corporate partners, and her $94 million in career prize more is twice as much as any other female athlete, “according to Forbes.

The 23-time Grand Slam winner, through her Serena Ventures, has invested in more than 50 startups worth at least $10 million. Serena Ventures is focused on companies founded by women and minorities and has committed 60% of her investment so far in this area.

The 39-year-old in 2018 launched a self-funded, direct-to-consumer clothing line, S by Serena. She also has a stake in Miami Dolphins and UFC, according to Forbes.

Last Edited by:Mildred Europa Taylor Updated: October 19, 2020

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