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Thea Frodin, Serena Williams' 'King Richard' body double, set to make US Open debut at 17

A 17‑year‑old who doubled for Serena Williams on screen is stepping onto the US Open court, blending Hollywood and Grand Slam ambition.

By · Published September 1, 2026 at 20:27 UTC · Updated September 2, 2026 at 02:24 UTC

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The brief

The former body double for Serena Williams in the biopic *King Richard*—a fact noted by Page Six—will now step onto a Grand Slam court. Frodin rose to notice as the young Serena Williams portrayed in the biopic *King Richard*, a role documented by New Ser and The Daily Beast.

Yahoo Sports profiles her parents, coach and siblings, and notes her mixed‑heritage background, suggesting a tennis upbringing that prepared her for professional competition. Reporting does not disclose Frodin’s current ranking, draw, or match schedule, and none of the outlets provide performance forecasts.

Details on how tournament officials qualified her for the main draw remain absent, and there is no statement on any wildcard or qualifying round she may have played. The next steps will depend on her first‑round result and any subsequent coverage from US Open organizers, which could clarify her standing in the professional field.

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Quick answers

Who is Thea Frodin?

Thea Frodin is a 17‑year‑old who served as Serena Williams’ body double in the film *King Richard* and is now set to make her debut at the U.S. Open.

What event is she debuting in?

She is scheduled to play her first match in the U.S. Open tennis tournament.

What personal details have been reported about her?

Yahoo Sports reports on her parents, coach, siblings and mixed‑heritage background, while other outlets note her role as a film body double.

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