Althea Gibson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Althea Gibson
Occupation	Tennis Player
Date Of Birth	Aug 25, 1927(1927-08-25)
Age	97
Date Of Death	2003-09-28
Country	United States
Birth City	South Carolina
Horoscope	Leo

Althea Gibson Biography

Althea Gibson is one of the most popular and richest Tennis Player who was born on August 25, 1927 in South Carolina, United States. Tennis legend who was the first African American woman winner of Wimbledon in 1957.

She opened the door for future African American tennis stars, like She paved the way for future African American tennis stars like Venus Williams..

After an 11-year marriage to William Darben, she was finally married to Sydney Llewellyn.

Althea Gibson Net Worth

Althea Gibson is one of the richest Tennis Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Althea Gibson 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Floria A&M University awarded her a degree in 1953.

She won seven Grand Slam Titles total, including four Doubles titles.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Althea Gibson height 5 ft 11 in Althea weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Althea Gibson Dating?

According to our records, Althea Gibson married to Sydney Llewellyn , Will Darben. As of December 1, 2023, Althea Gibson’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Althea Ranked on the list of most popular Tennis Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Althea Gibson celebrates birthday on August 25 of every year.

Top Facts about Althea Gibson

1. Althea Gibson was the first African American to win a Grand Slam title.
2. She won 11 Grand Slam titles in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles.
3. Gibson broke the color barrier in tennis in the 1950s.
4. She also played professional golf after retiring from tennis.
5. Gibson was born on August 25, 1927, in South Carolina.
6. She grew up playing paddle tennis on the streets of Harlem.
7. In addition to her athletic achievements, she was also a talented singer and actress.
8. Gibson received numerous awards for her contributions to sports and civil rights.
9. She passed away on September 28, 2003, at the age of 76.
10. Her legacy continues to inspire future generations of athletes and activists alike.

What disease did Althea Gibson have?

In recent years, the former champion became ill and suffered two cerebral aneurysms and a stroke. Her finances also declined, and Gibson isolated herself as she struggled on Social Security, not wanting anyone to see her condition.

Has any black person won Wimbledon?

On July 5, 1975, Arthur Ashe defeats the heavily favored Jimmy Connors to become the first Black man ever to win Wimbledon, the most coveted championship in tennis. Arthur Ashe began playing tennis as a boy in his hometown of Richmond, Virginia.

What is Althea Gibson best known for?

Althea Gibson, recognized as the world’s best women’s tennis player of the time , was finally achieving her personal goals as an ambitious player. At the same time, she also broke down barriers around the world, becoming the first player of color to win the singles title at Wimbledon.

How old was Althea Gibson when she won Wimbledon?

Six years later, Gibson became the first black player to win singles title at the French Open. She also won the doubles title that year. Then in 1957, at age 30 , she won Wimbledon.

Who has won the most women's Wimbledon titles?

Wimbledon Winners: Women The player with the most titles is Martina Navratilova with nine (1978, 1979, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1990). See also the Men’s singles winners list.