Things To Know About Alexis Ohanian: Reddit Co-Founder Engaged With Serena Williams

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Dec 30, 2016 02:50 AM EST

Serena Williams, previously ranked world No. 1 tennis star casually announced on Thursday that she was engaged to Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit.

As written in MTV News, she shared this happy news on her official Reddit account by writing a poem and posting a custom animated photo of them reading Future Mrs. Kn0thing. It is a reference to Alexis's Reddit username, "Kn0thing".

Everyone knows about Serena and her achievements but not many people know about Alexis. As per the information collected by E! News, here are some things to know about Alexis Ohanian.

He Actually Played Football

Ohanian was in a high school football team, however, he did not play professionally. He shared a throwback Instagram photo saying that he barely even played but some of his best lessons in leadership and teamwork came from being out of his element with the team.

He Is Taller than Serena

Since the news came, everyone was excited to compare Alexis with Serena. Serena is a tall sportswoman so people wonder whether Alexis is taller than her. However, that does not matter but Reddit co-founder is 6'5" and taller than her woman.

He Has Done More than Just Tech

Alexis Ohanian has the mark as the co-founder of a seventh largest website in the U.S., Reddit, which has been valued $500 million. He also hosted a show Small Empires which was about tech start-ups and he is a national best-selling author by publishing a book 'Without Their Permission' in 2013.

He is great with Kids

Alexis participates in the organizations that help young students. He loves her goddaughter and posts photo with her on Instagram.

He Always Dreamed Big

Even when he was a high school student, he was clear that he will reach the heights one day. He posted a throwback video of a speech he gave during his high school graduation.

He said that the only future we have is that which we make for ourselves. I challenge each and every one of you to go out and do something. Something that inspires you, something that enriches you, something that leaves your mark on society. The size of your impact should not be measured in media coverage or the number of figures on your paycheck, but rather the affect you have on the world around you."

He is Serena's Biggest Fan

Isn't it obvious? Alexis Ohanian is very open about promoting, supporting and cheering his lady Serena Williams.

Serena and Alexis shocked everyone by the sudden announcement about their engagement. They have not talked about their wedding date yet.

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