The golfing community is mourning the loss of Makena White, the girlfriend of PGA Tour winner Jake Knapp, who passed away unexpectedly this week at the age of 28. The news was shared on Knapp’s Instagram page by a close friend of White’s. The couple had been together for two years, a relationship they publicly acknowledged following Knapp’s victory at the Mexico Open last year.
The announcement of White’s passing was made by a close friend, who expressed the deep sense of loss felt by those who knew her. The friend’s post painted a picture of White as a person with a unique personality, someone who had the ability to make others feel special and loved. The post also highlighted the joy and laughter she brought into their lives, despite the occasional chaos caused by her busy travel schedule.
White’s untimely death has left a significant void in the lives of her father, family, friends, and her beloved pets, Nelly and Fergie. The cause of her death has not been disclosed.
Knapp, a 31-year-old American golfer, achieved his only PGA Tour win at the Mexico Open in February of last year. He is currently ranked 80th in the world. The couple’s relationship was thrust into the public eye following Knapp’s victory.
Just six weeks before her death, White had shared a heartfelt message on Instagram for Knapp, expressing her pride in his achievements and her gratitude for being a part of his journey.
The news of White’s death has led to an outpouring of condolences on her Instagram page. Among those who paid tribute to White were CBS golf reporter Amanda Balionis and golf reporter Dan Rapaport, who remembered her for her vivacious personality and the positive impact she had on those around her.