US Open: Biden, Obamas and other top celebrities celebrate Gauff

US Open: Biden, Obamas and other top celebrities celebrate Gauff

Celebrities were out in full force at the US Open to take in a historic moment as 19-year-old Coco Gauff captured her first Grand Slam title in an inspired come-from-behind win over Aryna Sabalenka.

The stands on Arthur Ashe Stadium were heaving with stars from the big screen, small screen, and the sporting world, including Nicole Kidman, Charlize Theron, Mindy Kaling, Amanda Seyfried, Rachel Brosnahan, Cara Delevigne, Kevin Durant, Jimmy Butler, Maria Sharapova, Andy Roddick, Monica Seles, Tracy Austin, Shonda Rhimes, Laura Dern, Mariska Hargitay, Al Roker, Diane Keaton, Jake Paul and Alec Baldwin.

Here's how the world reacted to Coco's big win:

Congratulations to US Open champion, @CocoGauff! We couldn’t be prouder of you on and off the court - and we know the best is yet to come.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) September 9, 2023

So proud of you, @CocoGauff! Your hard work and grit were on display throughout this tournament. This is your moment!

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) September 9, 2023

Congrats to U.S. Open Champion @CocoGauff. You electrified Arthur Ashe Stadium and the entire nation – the first of more to come and proof that anything is possible if you never give up and always believe.

— President Biden (@POTUS) September 9, 2023

Congratulations, @CocoGauff! Your drive and determination are an inspiration to the millions of little girls watching. I feel confident that while this is your first Major title, it won’t be your last.

— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) September 9, 2023

This generation is living the dream of the Original 9.

Congratulations, @CocoGauff!

— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) September 9, 2023

Congratulations to @CocoGauff for beating Aryna Sabalenka and winning the U.S. Open!!! Kudos to her parents Corey and Candi, they’ve done an outstanding job!

— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 9, 2023