Jack Nicklaus is a retired American professional golfer widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers in the history of the sport. Born Jack William Nicklaus on January 21, 1940, in Columbus, Ohio, he was introduced to golf at the age of ten. His father, Charlie Nicklaus, was a pharmacist who owned several businesses under the name Nicklaus Drug Store. By the age of twelve, Jack had already won the first of his five consecutive Ohio State Junior titles.
Nicklaus attended Ohio State University, where he quickly distinguished himself in amateur golf. He captured the U.S. Amateur title twice—in 1959 and 1961—and won the NCAA Championship in 1961. That year, he became the first golfer to win both the NCAA individual championship and the U.S. Amateur title in the same year, a rare and significant accomplishment in the sport.
Turning professional in late 1961, Jack Nicklaus went on to enjoy a remarkable 25-year career. He won a record 18 major championships, including six Masters Tournaments, five PGA Championships, four U.S. Opens, and three Open Championships. In addition to his major victories, Nicklaus recorded 19 runner-up finishes in majors and nine third-place finishes, underscoring his consistent dominance on golf’s biggest stages.
Nicklaus ranks third in all-time PGA Tour victories with 73 wins, behind Sam Snead and Tiger Woods, who are tied at 82 wins each. His ability to remain competitive for decades solidified his legacy as one of golf’s all-time greats.
After scaling back his competitive playing schedule, Jack Nicklaus became heavily involved in golf course design. His firm, Nicklaus Design, has grown into one of the world's largest and most prominent golf course design companies. One of his notable design collaborations includes Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, a widely acclaimed course known for its strategic challenges and scenic beauty.
In addition to course design, Nicklaus contributed to golf literature. His instructional book, Golf My Way, is considered a classic and remains one of the most respected guides for golfers seeking to improve their game. The book combines technique, strategy, and personal insights from Nicklaus’ legendary career.
| Birth Date: | 21 Jan, 1940 |
| Age: | 80 yrs |
| Occupations: | Golfer Architect Landscape architect |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Columbus |
| Education: | Ohio State University |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American golfer |
| Net Worth 2021: | 400 million |
