In an apperance in Monday on ESPN’s “First Take”, Stephen A. Smith gained attetntion after revealing he would divorce Serena Williams over Super Bowl 2025 halftime show appearance
Many viewers express their shock after Stephen Smith has a statement about his wife afte she apperance at Super Bowl 2005, and a question for their relationship will come?
Serena Williams’ surprise Super Bowl cameo sparks controversy
Previously, Serena Williams shocked fans with her unexpected appearance during Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl 2025 halftime show.
She joined Lamar’s performance of “Not Like Us,” his well-known diss track aimed at Drake.
Williams danced as Lamar rapped, adding another layer to their long-standing feud. Her involvement raised eyebrows, as she once dated Drake in 2011. Their brief romance later inspired Drake’s 2016 song, “Too Good,” where he sings, “I’m too good to you.”
Social media reacts to Serena Williams’ performance at the Super Bowl.
Many viewers express their shock as Serena Williams’ surprise Super Bowl cameo sparks controversy. While, others suggest it was the most exciting moment of the show.
One person said: Drake has literally wrote like 4 songs about her and her husband and they have kept their mouths shut. Good for her to do this.
A second wroted: She was just enjoying and expressing herself.
While a third commented: Drake did a song dissing her husband. If I were husband , I would’ve learned that walk & been dancing right along side her.
Another added: It’s nots just for Drake it’s also for what happened to her for doing this dance on Wimbledon and the backlash she received. She and Kendrick were repoing Compton, is not just about a Drake. She’s bigger than him.
Someone else said: Has he ever even been married ?????
Williams’ past with Drake raises questions
Williams is now married to Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian.
The couple shares two daughters. Fans questioned why she participated in a performance that took jabs at her former relationship. Many wondered if it was appropriate given her current family life.
Stephen A. Smith criticizes Williams’ choice
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith did not hold back his thoughts. He voiced strong disapproval on “First Take.”
“If I’m married and my wife is going to join trolling her ex, go back to his ass,” Smith said. “Clearly, you don’t belong with me.”
Smith added, “What you worried about him for, and you’re with me? Bye. Bye.”
His comments sparked debate among fans and analysts.
While, Shannon Sharpe and Ryan Clark also shocked by Stephen’s revealation.
Co-host Ryan Clark pushed back against Smith’s comments.
“If you were with Serena Williams, you’re going to be a kept man anyway,” Clark joked.
Shannon Sharpe also defended Ohanian, stating he had done well financially and was in a secure place.
Additionally, SZA also makes an appearance
Adding to the drama, SZA performed alongside Lamar. She had her own history with Drake.
Drake referenced their past in his 2020 feature on “Mr. Right Now” by 21 Savage and Metro Boomin. He rapped, “I used to date SZA back in ‘08.” SZA later clarified they actually dated in 2009.
While SZA did not directly join in on the trolling, her presence alongside Williams intensified speculation. Many believed the halftime show was a deliberate attack on Drake.
While, Drake has not publicly addressed the performance. Fans remain divided. Some praise Williams’ move as playful trolling. Others, like Stephen A. Smith, question whether Drake still holds a place in her mind after all these years.
What do you think about this incident?