The PGA Tour and sports world were hit with shocking news this week as Jake Knapp’s girlfriend, Makena White, passed away at just 28 years old.
The heartbreaking announcement came through a post on White’s Instagram account by one of her close friends on Friday.
“Hi everyone – this is Makena’s friend, writing with the heaviest heart to share that Makena passed away earlier this week,” the post read. “She is already so deeply missed by her Dad, her family, her friends, and of course by Nelly and Fergie.”
The post painted a picture of a vibrant, loving woman.
“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 cause of White’s death has not been revealed.
Knapp, 31, is a one-time PGA Tour winner, having taken the Mexico Open in February of last year, per the New York Post.
Currently ranked No. 80 in the world, the American golfer has