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- Pro golfer Jake Knapp mourns death of girlfriend Makena White, remembered as ‘one of a kind’ (foxnews.com)
Makena White, Girlfriend of PGA Tour Golfer Jake Knapp, Dies at 28
Makena White, the beloved girlfriend of PGA Tour golfer Jake Knapp, has passed away at the age of 28, her loved ones confirmed through a heartfelt social media post.
“Hi everyone – this is Makena’s friend, writing with the heaviest heart to share that Makena passed away earlier this week,” read the poignant message. It emphasized her profound impact on those around her, stating, “Makena was one of a kind.
She had this rare way of making you feel special, and her huge heart was always overflowing with love. To be loved by Makena was a gift; one that came with endless laughter, so much joy, and a healthy sprinkling of chaos as we tried to keep up with her travel schedule.”
The post also noted she is deeply missed by her father, family, friends, and her cherished dogs, Nelly and Fergie.
In lieu of flowers, the announcement encouraged donations to the Bruyère Brain Health & Memory Clinic or the Griffin Bell Endowment Fund to honor White’s memory. This request holds personal significance, as White’s mother, Crystal, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2018 and later passed away, a detail White shared in a 2022 social media update.
Details surrounding White’s cause of death have not been released. Requests for comment from Knapp’s representatives were not immediately returned.
White was a frequent presence at Knapp’s golf events, including the 2024 Masters Tournament, where Knapp tied for 55th place. On Knapp’s birthday in May, White affectionately described him as her “very best friend.”
Knapp’s most recent professional golf competition was last month’s FedEx St. Jude Championship.
He is not part of the U.S. team for the upcoming Ryder Cup in New York.