Venus Williams keeps her cards close to her chest. But then, boom! She’s in Italy, looking all loved up on a boat with this Italian dude. And people are saying there might be a ring involved. So, naturally, we’re all like, spill the tea, Venus! Who’s the lucky guy?

Enter Andrea Preti. Born and raised in Denmark, he moved to Italy during his teenage years. According to his IMDB, his foray into the fashion world began with modeling, a path introduced to him by his family. But the allure of acting soon beckoned, leading him to New York City, where he honed his craft at the Susan Batson Academy. His dedication paid off, landing roles in films like “Temptation” (2023) and “Girls to Buy” (2021), as well as the TV series “A Professor” (2021). But Preti isn’t just about being in front of the camera.

In 2015, he showcased his versatility by writing, directing, and starring in “One More Day.” Not stopping there, he produced the 2018 film “My Beloved Enemy” and took on multiple roles in “The Wolf Man” (2014). Clearly, he’s a man of many talents. Fast forward to February 25, 2025.!

Williams and Preti made a rare public appearance together at the Dsquared2 Fall/Winter 2025 fashion show during Milan Fashion Week.

In a WWD video, Venus Williams and her rumored fiancé, Preti, were captured posing for photos. Preti had his arm around her waist, and they shared a kiss before walking away hand-in-hand. Venus, 44, wore a pink suit with a low-cut blazer, revealing some cleavage, and a simple band on her left ring finger. Preti, a 36-year-old actor and producer, opted for an all-black ensemble, including a suit, a sheer shirt with sparkly details, and a tie.

Engagement rumors surrounding Venus Williams and Preti began in early February, when they were seen together after a tennis training session in Rome. Photos showed Williams wearing a square-cut diamond ring on her left hand. However, this ring differed from the simple band she wore in Milan. Adding to the intrigue, on January 27, Williams attended a Dior show in Paris, sporting a gold band on her left ring finger, though it’s unclear if this was also from Preti.

Well, well…The 7-time Grand Slam champion had previously been candid about the challenges of finding love.

Venus Williams opened up on feeling “stuck” in her personal life

Williams had a few public relationships. In 2012, she dated model Elio Pis, and from 2017 to 2019, she was linked to Nicholas Hammond. Despite these relationships, she often expressed contentment with her single status, focusing on her illustrious tennis career and personal growth.

In a 2022 interview with Glamour UK, Venus Williams shared, “I think it’s really easy to get stuck in a single life and sometimes – at least for me – harder to get out of a single life.” She emphasized the importance of adapting to life’s changes, whether single or in a relationship. “When life changes, you’ve got to know when to change,” she noted.

The 44-year-old tennis player further continued, “This is how I work and function, and I’m okay with it. When life changes, you’ve got to know when to change. You can’t hold on to either a relationship or the singleness. You have to be able to move at the time – and even if you don’t want to or aren’t ready, you’ve just got to go with it.”

As engagement rumors continue to swirl, neither Williams nor Preti have made official statements regarding their relationship status. Their public appearances, however, paint a picture of a couple very much in love. Could wedding bells be on the horizon for Venus and Andrea?