Do actors really play tennis with King Richard?

Do actors really play tennis with King Richard?

Saniyya Sidney & Demi Singleton had to undergo extensive tennis training to portray the budding superstars Venus and Serena Williams in King Richard. King Richard’s Venus and Serena actresses spent many hours in tennis training to prepare for the film.

What actors are in King Richard?

The film stars Will Smith as Richard Williams, the father and coach of famed tennis players Venus and Serena Williams (both of whom served as executive producers on the film), with Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney, Demi Singleton, Tony Goldwyn, and Jon Bernthal in supporting roles.

Does Jada Pinkett Smith play in King Richard?

While Jada Pinkett-Smith was not on the set due to COVID restrictions, she had a role to play. She advocated for Green, and got involved in the casting of Serena and Venus (Demi Singleton and Saniyya Sidney, respectively), attending the final casting and makeup tests for the girls.

Did Venus and Serena approve of King Richard movie?

It’s the story of tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams and their family. To give their stamp of approval to the production, Isha Price, one of the three older sisters, was on set every day to make sure the filmmakers told their story authentically.