Rickie Fowler is an American professional golfer renowned for his distinctive style and competitive spirit. He gained early fame as the world’s top-ranked amateur golfer, holding the position for 37 consecutive weeks from 2007 to 2008.
Rick Yutaka Fowler was born on December 13, 1988, in Murrieta, California. He was raised in a family passionate about sports and began developing his golfing skills at a young age, largely self-taught using a backyard driving range created by his grandfather.
Fowler attended Murrieta Valley High School, where he quickly stood out for his golfing prowess. In his senior year in 2007, he won the SW League Final with an impressive total score of 133, signaling his potential for a successful professional career.
Before turning professional, Fowler attended Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. During his time there, he earned multiple accolades, including the Ben Hogan Award and the Phil Mickelson Award for top freshman. His amateur accomplishments culminated in leading the World Amateur Golf Ranking for 37 consecutive weeks, a milestone that brought him international attention.
Fowler began his professional journey in 2009, making his debut at the Albertsons Boise Open on the Nationwide Tour (now Korn Ferry Tour). That same year, he competed in the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open and the Frys.com Open. Thanks to a strong performance at Q-School, he secured his PGA Tour card for the 2010 season by finishing tied for 15th.
In 2011, Fowler earned his first professional win at the Kolon Korea Open on the OneAsia Tour, beating Rory McIlroy by six shots. His long-awaited PGA Tour victory came in 2012 at the Wells Fargo Championship. He continued to build his resume with wins at high-profile tournaments, including the prestigious Players Championship in 2015 and the Scottish Open on the European Tour that same year.
Rickie Fowler's consistent performance on the PGA Tour, along with a charismatic public image, has helped him secure endorsements with major brands such as Puma, Rolex, and Titleist. As of recent estimates, his net worth is reported to be around $40 million, a reflection of both his earnings on the course and sponsorship deals off it.
| Birth Date: | 13 Dec, 1988 |
| Age: | 31 yrs |
| Occupations: | Golfer |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Murrieta |
| Education: | Murrieta Valley High School Oklahoma State University–Stillwater |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Professional golfer |
| Spouse: | Allison Stokke [M. 2019] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 40 million |
