Justin Thomas is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour and is a former World Number One. He rose to prominence after securing multiple PGA Tour victories, including a major championship title. In 2019, he actively supported the "Birdies for the Bahamas" campaign, pledging $1,000 for every birdie he made during that PGA Tour season in support of hurricane relief efforts.
Justin Louis Thomas was born on April 29, 1993, in Louisville, Kentucky. He grew up in a family passionate about golf. His father, Mike Thomas, is a professional golfer who has served as the head professional at Harmony Landing Country Club in Goshen, Kentucky, since 1990. Mike also represented the PGA of America at the 2010 Ryder Cup in Wales, while Justin was a competitor in the Junior Ryder Cup that same year. His grandfather, Paul Thomas, was also a club professional in Zanesville, Ohio, and competed in the 1962 U.S. Open at Oakmont.
Encouraged by his family's support, Justin began swinging a golf club at the age of seven. In 2000, he attended the PGA Championship with his parents and received an autograph from golf legend Jack Nicklaus—an inspiring moment in his early life.
Thomas showed promise early on, qualifying for the PGA Tour’s Wyndham Championship in August 2009, where he made the cut and became the third-youngest player ever to do so. After graduating from high school in 2011, he attended the University of Alabama, where he played collegiate golf for the Crimson Tide. There, he secured multiple individual titles and was part of the team that won the 2013 NCAA National Championship.
Thomas turned professional in 2013 and made his debut at the Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship. In 2015, he earned his first PGA Tour win at the CIMB Classic in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, edging out Adam Scott by a single stroke. He defended his title the following year, marking his second Tour victory.
In August 2019, Thomas tied the course record during the opening round of the BMW Championship at Medinah Country Club. He went on to break the course record in the third round, highlighted by opening with five consecutive birdies and dominating the back nine of Medinah’s No. 3 course.
Among his career highlights, Thomas won the 2017 PGA Championship, his first major title. He ascended to World Number One in the Official World Golf Ranking in 2018, affirming his position among golf’s elite. Known for his aggressive play and consistency, he has been a frequent presence near the top of leaderboards throughout his professional career.
Justin Thomas is in a long-term relationship with Jillian Wisniewski. The couple is often seen together at tournaments and promotional events, with Wisniewski frequently supporting him from the gallery.
He maintains an active presence on Instagram, where he has amassed over 790,000 followers. Through his account, he connects with fans and promotes charitable initiatives and sponsorships.
According to CelebrityNetWorth.com, Justin Thomas has accumulated career earnings of over $30 million. His income includes tournament winnings, endorsements, and other golf-related ventures.
| Net Worth 2020: | 25 million |
| Net Worth 2021: | 30 million |
