Tiger Woods Announces the Passing of His Mother, Kultida: 'She Was My Greatest Supporter'

 The legendary golfer once referred to his mother as "the enforcer," and she is credited with inspiring his signature tradition of wearing "power" red on Sundays.



Tiger Woods Announces the Passing of His Mother, Kultida Woods: ‘She Was My Biggest Fan’

Tiger Woods shared on Tuesday that his mother, Kultida Woods, has passed away at the age of 81.

“It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning. My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable,” the 49-year-old golfer wrote on social media on February 4.

He continued, “She was quick with the needle and a laugh. She was my biggest fan, my greatest supporter—without her, none of my personal achievements would have been possible. She was loved by so many, but especially by her two grandchildren, Sam and Charlie. Thank you all for your support, prayers, and privacy at this difficult time for me and my family. Love you, Mom.”


A Fierce Supporter On and Off the Course

Just last week, Kultida was seen attending Tiger’s TGL match in South Florida, according to NBC Sports.

She and Tiger’s father, Earl Woods, were married for 37 years until Earl’s passing in May 2006. While Earl, a former soldier, played a major role in Tiger’s upbringing, the golfer often credited his mother as the true disciplinarian.

"My dad may have been in the Special Forces, but I was never afraid of him,” Tiger told USA Today in 2017. “My mom's still here, and I'm still deathly afraid of her. She's a very tough, tough old lady—very demanding. … I love her so much, but she was tough."

Despite her strict nature, Kultida was always her son’s most devoted supporter. She was present at Tiger’s induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2022, alongside her grandchildren, Sam Alexis and Charlie Axel. Often seen on the fairway cheering him on, she became known for her signature oversized black glasses and visor.


The Influence Behind Tiger’s Iconic Red

One of Kultida’s lasting influences on Tiger’s career was her belief in the power of red. She encouraged him to wear the color during tournaments, believing it would bring him strength and victory.

Initially, Tiger was skeptical. As a junior golfer, he defied his mother’s advice twice—wearing blue to two tournaments—and lost both. "[I] switched to red, and I went on a hot streak. And, well, I kept it," he later admitted.

In 2009, Tiger reinforced his mother’s wisdom on his website, writing, "You should always listen to your mom."

Kultida’s unwavering support and influence on Tiger’s life and career remain undeniable, and her legacy will live on both in his game and in the hearts of those who loved her.


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

At Least 10 Dead After Car Plows Into New Orleans Crowd—Suspect Dead, FBI Investigating As Terrorism

Image
  At least 10 people were killed in New Orleans’ Bourbon Street early on Wednesday after a vehicle rammed into a crowd in the popular tourist district during New Year’s celebrations, in an incident that is now being investigated as a potential terrorist act. Referral link Key Facts In an  official statement , city authorities said 30 injured people have been transported to nearby hospitals and 10 people are dead. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said a man drove a pickup truck into the crowd and then opened fire at police. The suspected attacker is dead after engaging in with local law enforcement, the FBI said in an emailed statement, adding the agency is working with partners “to investigate this as an act of terrorism.” New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell said in a  press conference  the city “was impacted by a terrorist attack,” adding that the matter was still under investigation. An improvised explosive device was found and investigators are tr...
Read more

Fatalities confirmed as passenger plane collides with Army Black Hawk, source reports.

Image
  Fatalities confirmed as passenger plane collides with Army Black Hawk, source reports. What We Know So Far Midair Collision: A passenger aircraft carrying 64 people collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Reagan National Airport, Washington, DC, according to aviation and defense officials. Rescue Operation: About 300 first responders are conducting a massive search in the freezing Potomac River, where both aircraft crashed. The DC fire chief confirmed fatalities, and no survivors have been recovered yet. Aircraft Details: The passenger plane, American Airlines Flight 5342 , had 60 passengers and four crew members. It departed from Wichita, Kansas. The Army Black Hawk had three soldiers on board and was on a training mission. Aftermath: The crash left the plane in pieces in the water, with the helicopter nearby. Reagan National Airport is closed until at least 11 a.m. ET Thursday , airport officials said. Presidential Response: Former Pres...
Read more

How the Hype Around Chinese AI Model DeepSeek Triggered a Massive Nasdaq Sell-Off

Image
 How the Hype Around Chinese AI Model DeepSeek Triggered a Massive Nasdaq Sell-Off How DeepSeek, a Rising Chinese AI Startup, Sparked a Massive Nasdaq Sell-Off A young Chinese AI startup, DeepSeek , triggered a dramatic sell-off in U.S. technology stocks on Monday as its highly competitive and remarkably cost-effective AI models raised concerns about the staggering investments America’s leading tech giants have poured into artificial intelligence. The emergence of DeepSeek has disrupted investor confidence in the AI narrative that has fueled a U.S. bull market over the last two years. Its breakthroughs cast doubt on the dominance of Nvidia’s chips and created ripple effects across sectors, even impacting power producers expected to benefit from surging AI data center demand. Here’s how DeepSeek's rise unfolded and shook Wall Street: The Rise of DeepSeek: A Game-Changer in AI A Revolutionary New Model Founded in May 2023 by Liang Wenfeng , DeepSeek was partly funded by Liang...
Read more