Everyone loves watching a good game of golf. It’s not an easy game yet an addictive game to play. And now it is famous among many celebrities and athletes.
There have been numerous athletes in the past who have switched their careers to Golf. And you have seen most of these celebrities on TV, but did you know there are many you will find on the course or stands cheering as the audience.
No. 15
Jennifer Lopez Who doesn’t know and love Jennifer Lopez. Jennifer and Alex Rodriguez got engaged in 2019, and they thought the best way to celebrate their happiness was golf.
The couple unwinded themselves with a quiet game of golf at the Bakers Golf Club, located in the Bahamas.
The couple was also seen at the golf course when they celebrated Alex’s 45th Birthday by playing his favorite sport, golf. The singer cheered him from the cart.
No. 14
Eva Longoria The Desperate Housewives star has been a golfer for a long time. In 2002, she played golf at the comedian George Lopez’s annual Celebrity Golf Classic held at the Toluca Lake.
At one point, she was also named the lead ambassador for the Callaway Golf Foundation. She appeared on TV to aid in educating women.
They also helped in raising ovarian cancer awareness. Did you know that the American actress had once combined gymnastics with Golf?
She did a fantastic flip during a tournament so that the Geroge Lopez foundation could gain the benefits.
No. 13
Dr. Condoleezza Rice Dr. Condoleezza Rice is the former secretary of the state, and she did not start playing golf until the age of 50 years old.
She proved that you can achieve your dreams at any given point in your life. In 2012, the secretary achieved a handicap of 14.
Since then, she has been driving to different cities and plays her most robust game at every tournament. Rice still needs to work on her irons and wedges to improve her handicap score.
Rice also became the first female member of the Augusta National Golf Course. It is the home to the Master’s tournaments.
In an interview, she said that her love for the game had increased tremendously in the past few years.
No. 12
Jessica Alba Jessica has always been a huge fan of golf and has a lot of love for the sport. She participated in the 2014 Mission Hills World Celebrity Pro-Am tournament.
For the event, Greg Norman was her coach and guided her well in the game. Jessica revealed in an interview that she learned golf from her Dad.
Her handicap score is around 22, but she can drive the ball for 200 yards which is impressive as she is a non-professional golfer. She loves the game and practices her swings whenever she gets time.
No. 11
Cameron Diaz We know you must be a little surprised seeing her name on the list. When she was filming her romantic movie, There’s Something About Mary; she learned the art of golf.
Since the time she stepped her foot into the game, she has scored a handicap of 36. During the promotions of her movie, she was seen on the golf course with the Late Night Host Jimmy Fallon.
But instead of playing golf, they goofed around in roller skates and had a head-to-head competition for the win. Not to our surprise, Cameron won the race, and the actress is still an avid golfer.
No. 10
Jenni Falconer The host and fitness guru is a huge fan of golf. When she is not on the radio or television, the host is found on the golf course practicing her swing.
And she is often seen going to the golf course with her family including her husband and daughter. The family spends their quality time on the golf course.
The radio star feels that you can play with people of all ages when you are out in the fresh air and being active.
She loves the delight of hitting the ball and appreciates the challenges that improve the game. The best thing about golf for her is she can stay on the course for four hours without any technology.
No. 9
Heather Locklear Heather Locklear is an avid golfer who was born on 25th September 1961. She enjoys playing golf occasionally at the Celebrity Golf tournaments.
In recent times, she has played the sport in the Annual Micheal Douglas and Friends Celebrity Golf Tournament.
She has also played the sport with Jack Wagner, her boyfriend as the fans saw them holding hands in the golf cart.
She is an American actress who is well known for her role as Amanda Woodward on Melrose Place.
No. 8
Nicole Kidman Nicole Kidman is a famous American star who has enjoyed a lot of success in Hollywood.
Recently fans saw her at the Mission Hills driving range and her partner in the game, Australian Greg Norman, who helped the American actress ace her game.
The actress said she took up golf because she found it relaxing. She has had a long career, and she is taking up things that are important in life.
And Nicole loves golf along with swimming and running. She would love to play and go out and play the game with someone on the golf courses.
No. 7
Kate Upton Kate Upton is a model and actress who is a fair-weather golfer. It means she plays just once a year for fun.
Five years ago, she decided to go beyond her family’s usual Christmas golf outing, and she wanted to invest more time in improving her skills.
When her motivation and interests increased to improve her game, she found the golf legend, Arnold Palmer. He became her coach and mentor, giving her all the golf lessons she needed. The model continues to ace her swing with daily practice sessions.
No. 6
Vera Wang Vera Wang is an American fashion designer who was born on 27th June 1949. In an interview, the fashion designer admitted that she is not a pro golfer.
But she is an enthusiastic golfer who uses the sport to engage and connect with people, and travel to different destinations. The fashion designer is not much into exercise.
But on many occasions, she loves to play golf at the Liberty National in New Jersey City, N.J, or the Atlantic Golf Club in the Hamptons.
Even though she is terrible at the game, it’s all about enjoyment for her. Who can relate with Vera?
No. 5
Kyle Richards Umansky Anyone who is a Real Housewives show’s fan will know who Kyle Richards Umansky is. The gorgeous actress was born on 11th January 1969.
Her husband Mauricio is quite the golfer, and last year when her husband played at the PGA Tour’s Desert Classic, she cheered for him.
He took the initiative of inviting her to the game, and the star loved it. Kyle was seen with her girlfriends at the game wearing trendy outfits and a cool hat.
No. 4
Anne Murray Anne Murray is a Canadian singer who has sold over 55 million copies over her 40-year-old long career.
When she retired from her music career, she tried to find her interests and stumbled upon golf. She was a member of the Thornhill Golf and Country Club in Ontario.
She used to chase the ball with some rusty old irons she had at her home at an early age. She said she did not know what she would do without Golf. So she keeps on working hard to improve her game.
No. 3
Ivanka Trump Ivanka Trump has been spotted at the golf course multiple times with her father, Donald Trump. She has always arrived in stylish outfits and played her best game.
If not her father, Ivanka is often seen playing with Jared, her husband. She has always enjoyed herself on the golf course, firing shots, smiling, and learning new tricks from her instructor.
The couple loves playing the sport and often spends the maximum of their time working on their swings and game. Her handicap score is said to be 25.
No. 2
Celine Dion Celine Dion, the famous Titanic singer, is quite a golf player. She has her golf course in Le Mirage, located in Canada.
The singer has sold more than 200 records worldwide, and her home also has a private Golf course. The singer boasts a handicap of 17.
Did you know once she jumped into the pool with Karrie Webb? It was at the Kraft Nabisco tournament.
This is also a long-running tradition for the winner to jump in the lake by the18th hole. Why? Because it’s fun! Last but not least on our list is.
No. 1
Kira Kazantsev Kira Kazantsev holds the title of Miss America, which she got back in 2015. And she has a golf story many can relate to.
She said in an interview that she grew up playing golf with her Dad when she was in high school. But people back then thought it was not a cool sport to play.
She added, quitting golf back then was the silliest mistake I ever made. When she got back to the game, it was a massive decision in her life.
She is so glad and thankful that her father instilled the fundamental skills of golf that allowed her to pick up the sport right where she left off.
Miss America has been an avid golfer till now and is quite good at her game. It has allowed her to travel and meet new people, and she is thankful for the game.
