Jake Knapp is grappling with the heart-wrenching loss of one of his most ardent supporters. The PGA Tour golfer's beloved girlfriend, Makena White, has passed away, as announced in a poignant statement posted on White's Instagram account on September 26. She was just 28 years old.
The statement revealed that White's untimely departure occurred earlier that week, leaving behind a void that is already deeply felt. "Makena was truly one of a kind," the Instagram post eloquently expressed. "She possessed this extraordinary ability to make you feel truly special, and her boundless heart was always brimming with love. Being loved by Makena was a precious gift; one that brought endless laughter, immense joy, and a delightful touch of chaos as we endeavored to keep pace with her whirlwind travel schedule."
The post concluded with a heartfelt farewell: "We love you, Mak. We'll miss you always, and we'll forever be searching for your presence in the sunset."
The cause of her death has not been disclosed to the public.
In her final Instagram post on August 11, White celebrated her and Knapp's second anniversary with a captivating photo carousel. The snapshots captured the couple at his golf tournaments, including a tender moment where they shared an affectionate kiss. Alongside the images, she expressed her profound gratitude for witnessing the professional athlete "live out [his] dreams."
"Forever grateful to be on this journey with you, here's to countless more!" she wrote with passion. "I looooove you, sweet boy. You make it so incredibly easy to be proud."
Knapp, in his understated yet heartfelt way, reciprocated the sentiment in the comments section, responding with two red heart emojis.
And in May, White paid a touching birthday tribute to her boyfriend, referring to him as "my very best friend." "No matter where our wild adventures take us," she shared on her Instagram page, "you make every place feel like home."
As for Knapp, the 31-year-old golfer was equally enthusiastic in supporting his girlfriend's achievements, such as her completion of a half marathon in October 2024. "Built for speed!" he wrote in a comment on her Instagram at the time. "So, so, so proud of you!"
