# Gabby Williams faces death threats for transgender athlete support

> Gabby Williams received death threats after supporting transgender athletes, finding refuge in Bay Area fans.
- Title: Gabby Williams faces death threats for transgender athlete…
- Summary: Gabby Williams received death threats after supporting transgender athletes, finding refuge in Bay Area fans. Gabby Williams, Golden State Valkyries' WNBA…
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- Source: The San Francisco Standard — https://sfstandard.com/2026/11/02/gabby-williams-valkyries-transgender-support-death-threats
- Published: 2026-11-02T22:42:48+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: gabby williams, golden state valkyries, wnba, transgender athletes, death threats, bay area fans, chase center, news, local
## Death threats for transgender support
Gabby Williams received death threats for supporting transgender athletes.

> I was getting plenty of death threats.
## Chase Center as safe space
Chase Center became Williams' safe space with 18,000 supportive fans.

> I’ll never stop fighting for those who maybe can’t fight for themselves.
## Williams' transgender advocacy
Williams called trans rights 'our new battle' and welcomed trans athletes on her team.

> We see trans people’s rights being stripped away from them.
## Fan support in Bay Area
Bay Area fans helped Williams navigate backlash, crediting their LGBTQ+ advocacy.

> This is what the Bay Area is all about.
## Valkyries' championship impact
Williams' support for transgender athletes led to fan backlash and security concerns.

> There were moments where I was like, 'How am I gonna play through all this?'
## Key takeaway

Gabby Williams, Golden State Valkyries' WNBA Finals MVP, received death threats for supporting transgender athletes but found support from Bay Area fans.