Billie Jean King finally graduates from college
Billie Jean King, the renowned tennis player, graduated from California State University on May 18, 2026, at the age of 82. She earned a bachelor's degree in history, having left Los Angeles State College in 1964 to pursue her tennis career. King's graduation highlights her commitment to education and her status as a trailblazer in sports and women's rights.
- ▪Billie Jean King graduated from California State University at the age of 82.
- ▪She earned a bachelor's degree in history after leaving college in 1964 to focus on tennis.
- ▪King has won numerous Grand Slam titles and is known for her advocacy for equal pay in sports.
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