The Super Bowl halftime show had a surprising twist when Serena Williams joined Kendrick Lamar on stage during his performance of “Not Like Us,” a track that has become the centerpiece of his long-running feud with Drake. While Kendrick dissed Drake directly, it was Serena’s unexpected [ __ ] Walk dance that stole the show—and many believe it was a direct jab at her ex.
For those who don’t know, the [ __ ] Walk dance has its origins in the streets of Los Angeles and became a symbol of defiance in hip-hop culture. Serena’s performance of this dance on stage had the internet buzzing, with fans speculating that it was a pointed remark aimed at Drake, who had previously insulted Serena’s husband, Alexis Ohanian, by calling him a “groupie” in his song “Middle of the Ocean.”
Serena’s appearance on stage wasn’t just a random cameo—it was deeply personal. She and Drake had an on-again, off-again relationship from 2011 to 2015, and while the two have since moved on, Drake’s past comments about Serena and her family have resurfaced, with many fans and commentators alike feeling that the dance move was a clever and subtle way for Serena to get the last word.

But it wasn’t just about the dance. The whole thing was intensified by the context of Kendrick Lamar’s performance, where he took aim at Drake for being “inauthentic” and for previous alleged behavior. Fans also pointed out that SZA, another former Drake flame, was on stage with Kendrick, further fueling the speculation that this was a full-on diss to the rapper.
What made the moment even more dramatic was the timing: Just hours before the Super Bowl show, Drake went on a rant during his concert in Melbourne, Australia, about how exes who waste your time and energy never deserve your love. Was this an indirect response to Kendrick’s jab and Serena’s dance? Fans think so.
In the aftermath, social media was divided. Some praised Serena for standing her ground and getting the last laugh, while others felt it was unnecessary to drag Drake publicly. Even so, Serena’s husband, Alexis Ohanian, quickly defended his wife, reminding fans that Serena had faced similar criticism for her [ __ ] Walk at Wimbledon years ago, and took a strong stance against the hate she received then and now.