My Shero, Althea Gibson, was born on this day, 98 years ago.
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) August 25, 2025
As we honor the 75th anniversary of Althea breaking the color barrier in tennis at this year's U.S. Open, may we always remember her unmatched courage and strength, and how she blazed a trail for so many to follow.… pic.twitter.com/2ZNAuEAyib
Today we celebrate and honor Althea Gibson on what would have been her 98th birthday.
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 25, 2025
Althea made history when she broke the color barrier in tennis 75 years ago. We continue to honor her legacy through this and every US Open. pic.twitter.com/s5S54aGofb
#OTD Tennis player and professional golfer Althea Gibson was born. She was the first African American woman to compete at the highest levels of both sports. Her accomplishments broke race, gender, and class barriers. pic.twitter.com/wUvL3cUvPC
— Smithsonian’s NMAAHC (@NMAAHC) August 25, 2025
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