Serena Williams Breaks Silence on NCIS: Los Angeles Casting Rumors: “That’s News to Me!”

After days of frenzied speculation and viral fan theories, Serena Williams has finally spoken out about rumors claiming she’s in talks to join NCIS: Los Angeles in a surprise reboot or spin-off.

During an interview at a fashion event in New York City, a reporter asked the tennis icon directly about the swirling buzz online. Serena, known for her poised and honest responses, simply laughed and replied:

“That’s news to me! I love NCIS, but I haven’t gotten any calls — at least not yet.”

Her statement instantly put a pin in the growing rumor that CBS was courting the 23-time Grand Slam champion for a major role in a potential NCIS: LA revival. While Williams didn’t completely rule out acting in the future, she made it clear that no official discussions are happening — for now.

“I’m always open to new creative challenges,” she added. “But right now, I’m focused on my family, my businesses, and a few upcoming projects I’m really excited about — but none of them involve crime-solving… yet!”

Fan Reaction: Relief or Disappointment?

Some fans expressed disappointment, hoping the rumor was true. “She’d be a force on screen,” one tweet read. Others appreciated Serena’s honesty and grace in shutting down the speculation without slamming the fan enthusiasm behind it.

CBS has remained silent, neither confirming nor denying the casting rumors — fueling even more theories that perhaps Serena was considered but turned it down.

Final Word?

For now, it looks like the idea of Serena Williams joining the NCIS universe remains purely fan fiction. But if her response is any indication, she’s not entirely closing the door on Hollywood:

“Never say never,” she smiled. “But don’t believe everything you read on the internet.”

So while she may not be trading in her tennis racquet for a badge just yet — the idea clearly has legs. And who knows? The next NCIS twist might just surprise us all.