Serena Williams’ Husband Alexis Ohanian Explains Why He Attended White House’s UFC Event on Donald Trump’s Birthday
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Serena Williams‘ husband Alexis Ohanian was one of the celebrities and public figures in attendance at the White House’s UFC […]
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Por Just Jared | 18/06/2026
Getty Images Serena Williams ‘ husband Alexis Ohanian was one of the celebrities and public figures in attendance at the White House’s UFC event, which was held on Donald Trump ‘s 80th birthday. Many of the celebrities who attended have received backlash for going to the divisive event, with some releasing statements explaining their participation. Now, Ohanian is one of those celebrities who has released a statement after being spotted in the crowd. Alexis Ohanian confirmed why he attended, and spoke to that viral Michelle Obama reaction On X , he posted, “Lot of people asking me to comment: Yes, that fighter’s slur about former First Lady Michelle Obama was vile and inappropriate .” About why he attended, he said, “I attended the UFC event via invitation from TKO/IMG leadership (I own 5 pro sports teams + a league). I was already on my way home when those comments were made and was glad to see [UFC’s Dana White ] condemn them. For context: I resigned in protest from Reddit (the company I co-founded and built for over a decade) specifically to push it to curb communities for hate and violence on the site.” Which other celebrities attended the UFC event at the White House? We have the full list of celebs who went to the event , and the four who turned down the invite. The post Serena Williams’ Husband Alexis Ohanian Explains Why He Attended White House’s UFC Event on Donald Trump’s Birthday appeared first on Just Jared - Celebrity News and Gossip | Entertainment .