Who is Venus Williams’ husband Andrea Preti? Italian actor and director who met her in 2024, supported her through difficult times and now cheers during her tennis comeback

Venus Williams has spent much of her life in the spotlight, but she has kept her romantic life relatively private. Her husband, Andrea Preti, is now becoming a familiar face alongside the tennis legend as she continues her comeback on the court.

Preti, an Italian actor and director, met Venus in 2024. Their relationship grew quickly, with Venus later describing him as someone who did things differently from many people she had dated. The couple eventually married in 2025 and have since been seen together at several of Venus' tournaments.

Venus Williams husband Andrea Preti: Who is he?

Andrea Preti is an Italian actor, director and former model. According to Town & Country, Preti was born in Copenhagen and grew up in Denmark before his family moved to Italy. He later pursued modelling before studying acting at the Susan Batson Academy in New York.

He began working in film and eventually moved into directing as well. His career has included acting, writing and directing, giving him a background in the entertainment industry similar to Venus' long experience in the public eye.

His relationship with Venus, however, has brought him much more attention internationally.

How did Venus Williams meet Andrea Preti?

Venus met Preti in 2024 during a trip connected to Milan Fashion Week.

According to Vogue, Venus had been on a sisters' trip to Lake Como when she received a last-minute invitation to a Gucci show. Preti introduced himself to her at the event, and the two began communicating afterwards.

Preti later told Vogue that he approached Venus and complimented her before asking whether she wanted a drink. Venus said she appreciated some of the old-fashioned things he did, including actually calling her instead of relying only on texts.

The relationship developed further when they spent more time together in London and elsewhere. Venus had reportedly been single for six years before meeting Preti.

Andrea Preti supported Venus Williams during difficult times

Preti was also there for Venus during a difficult period in her personal life.

Venus underwent surgery for uterine fibroids in 2024 after dealing with health problems that had affected her for years. Vogue reported on the period in which Venus and Preti's relationship developed and highlighted the support he provided as she dealt with the challenges.

The couple's relationship also became more visible as Venus returned to competitive tennis. Preti has accompanied her to tournaments and supported her from the players' box.

Serena Williams has also spoken positively about him. Vogue described Preti as Venus' "biggest cheerleader" within the Williams family.

When did Venus Williams and Andrea Preti get married?

Preti proposed to Venus in Tuscany in 2025. The couple had initially considered having their destination wedding in Italy, but the legal requirements for an American and an Italian marrying there complicated their plans.

They first exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony in Ischia, Italy, in September 2025. That ceremony did not complete the legal requirements for their marriage, so the couple later completed the legal part of their marriage in Palm Beach, Florida, in December 2025.

According to Vogue, the Florida celebrations became a multiday affair involving their family and friends.

How old is Venus Williams?

Venus Williams was born on June 17, 1980, making her 46 years old as of August 31, 2026.

The seven-time Grand Slam singles champion continues to compete despite being in the later stages of her career. Her 2026 comeback has attracted considerable attention, particularly because of her return to the US Open.

Andrea Preti and Venus Williams at US Open 2026

Preti is now supporting Venus as she competes at the US Open.

Venus received a wild card into the singles draw and is currently facing Sofia Kenin in the first round at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The match has already started.

As of the score update provided, Kenin leads Venus 6-2, 4-3, with the second set still in progress.

Venus is also scheduled to compete in doubles at the tournament alongside her sister Serena Williams.

For Preti, the US Open is another chance to support his wife as she continues what could be one of the final chapters of her remarkable tennis career.