Quick Info
| Profession | Former tennis player, activist |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 22/11/1943 |
| Age | 82 years |
| Birthplace | Long Beach, California, U.S. |
Latest News about Billie Jean King
22/11/2025
Billie Jean King celebrated her 82nd birthday on November 22, 2025, expressing gratitude for her life and the progress made in women's sports and LGBTQ rights over the past year. She shared reflections on her journey from Long Beach to becoming a global icon for gender equality, emphasizing the importance of continuing the fight for equal pay and inclusion in athletics.
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Bio/Wiki
| full_name | Billie Jean King |
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| birth_name | Billie Jean Moffitt |
| known_for | One of the greatest tennis players of all time; advocate for gender equality and LGBTQ rights |
| notable_achievement | Won the 1973 'Battle of the Sexes' match against Bobby Riggs |
| grand_slam_titles | 39 |
Career
| sports | Tennis |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/billiejeanking/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/BillieJeanKing | |
| https://twitter.com/BillieJeanKing |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born Billie Jean Moffitt | |
| 2. Won the 'Battle of the Sexes' in 1973 against Bobby Riggs | |
| 3. Has been a prominent activist for women in sports and LGBTQ rights |