Emily Ratajkowski, the renowned model and actress, was a picture of excitement and joy as she attended the U.S. Open men’s singles final on a memorable Sunday. Alongside Justin Theroux, the 32-year-old stunner graced the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center to witness Novak Djokovic’s triumphant victory, securing his 24th Grand Slam title against Russia’s Daniil Medvedev.
Emily, a Vogue cover star known for her striking presence, was fully engrossed in the intense tennis action. Her animated reactions spoke volumes about her enthusiasm for the sport and the thrilling match unfolding before her. Elegance was the name of the game as she donned a strapless grey dress, expertly paired with knee-high black boots, making a fashion statement on the courtside.
Seated nearby were actress Lea Michele and her husband, Zandy Reich, who coincidentally occupied seats behind comedian Ziwe Fumudoh. This particular gathering at the prestigious tournament drew significant attention, given the backdrop of a past uncomfortable interview and ongoing tensions.
Nine months prior, Ziwe Fumudoh had conducted an interview with Amber Riley, a former co-star of Lea Michele on the hit show Glee. This interview delved into allegations of racism on the set in 2020, with Glee star Samantha Ware accusing Lea Michele of exhibiting “racist tendencies.” The December interview had brought this sensitive issue to the forefront, and it continued to cast a shadow over the atmosphere during the Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev showdown.
The intrigue deepened when Frank Costa, a producer associated with Watch What Happens Live, posted a picture of the seating arrangement on social media, accompanied by the caption: “Lea Michele sitting behind Ziwe and Emily Ratajkowski at the US Open. I need a full breakdown of any & all interactions.” This tweet added a layer of anticipation to the event, leaving fans and onlookers curious about any potential exchanges.
However, photographs taken during the match did not reveal any concrete evidence of conversation or interactions between the two groups, leaving the nature of their encounter a matter of speculation.
Despite the underlying tensions and curious spectators, the U.S. Open men’s singles final remained a showcase of both thrilling tennis and celebrity presence, with Emily Ratajkowski’s animated enthusiasm becoming one of the memorable highlights of the day.
