Brooks Koepka’s departure from LIV Golf in December 2025 marked the end of one of the most high-profile and controversial chapters in modern professional golf. At 35, the five-time major champion isn’t just a player with trophies—he’s become a central figure in the battle over golf’s future.
So, who exactly is Koepka off the course? From college standout to LIV rebel, and now perhaps back to where it all began—here’s a deep dive into the life and career of the Florida-born golf star.
From West Palm Beach to World No. 1
Born May 3, 1990, in West Palm Beach, Florida, Brooks Koepka grew up in nearby Lake Worth. Golf was in his blood early—his father Bob played baseball, and Koepka often credits his athletic discipline to that background. He attended Cardinal Newman High School, a place better known for football but where Koepka’s swing started turning heads.
He played collegiate golf at Florida State University (FSU), where he racked up three tournament wins and became a three-time All-American. He even got his first taste of the big leagues in 2012, playing the U.S. Open as an amateur, although he didn’t make the cut.
Family, Faith and Personal Life
Brooks Koepka comes from a tight-knit American family with sporting roots. His parents are Denise Jakows and Bob Koepka, and he has a younger brother, Chase Koepka, who also plays professional golf—though with less fanfare.
Koepka is married to Jena Sims, an actress and philanthropist. The couple got engaged in April 2021 and tied the knot on June 4, 2022, in a lavish ceremony in Turks and Caicos. In May 2023, they announced they were expecting their first child, a baby boy, marking a new chapter off the greens.
Koepka identifies as Christian and is of White American ethnicity.
Career Timeline
Koepka turned professional in 2012, but unlike many American golfers who launch straight into the PGA Tour, he took a different path. He joined Europe’s Challenge Tour and earned his first pro win that September at the Challenge de Catalunya. Then came two more victories in 2013, including the Montecchia Golf Open and the Scottish Hydro Challenge.
Those wins earned him a place on the European Tour in 2014, where he quickly made a mark—winning the Turkish Airlines Open and notching strong finishes in Dubai, Switzerland, and Scotland.
By 2015, Koepka was starting to make real waves in the U.S., winning the Waste Management Phoenix Open. That win pushed him into the world’s top 20, and by 2017, he captured his first major title at the U.S. Open at Erin Hills.
What followed was a run few golfers have matched in modern times:
| Year | Tournament | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | U.S. Open | Winner |
| 2018 | U.S. Open | Winner (Back-to-back) |
| 2018 | PGA Championship | Winner |
| 2019 | PGA Championship | Winner |
| 2023 | PGA Championship | Winner (his 5th Major) |
He also won the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational in 2019 and reached World No. 1 multiple times, staking his claim as one of the most dominant players of the late 2010s.
The LIV Golf Era
Koepka made waves in June 2022 when he joined the LIV Golf Invitational Series, a Saudi-backed breakaway tour offering massive payouts and guaranteed appearances. The move was particularly shocking because Koepka had previously questioned the motives of players defecting from the PGA Tour.
Yet the paycheck—and perhaps the freedom—proved too hard to pass up. He debuted at LIV Portland and later won two more LIV events, including a dramatic playoff victory over Talor Gooch in Jeddah in 2023.
Still, his most defining moment as a LIV golfer was winning the 2023 PGA Championship—becoming the first LIV player to win a major title, reigniting debates about the legitimacy and future of the sport’s fractured landscape.
But by December 2025, the story shifted again. Koepka announced his departure from LIV Golf, and Gooch was promoted to captain of Smash GC, the team Koepka had previously led. No official reason was given, but the decision immediately sparked speculation about a potential PGA Tour return or even retirement from competitive golf.
Net Worth and Endorsements
As of December 2025, Brooks Koepka’s net worth is estimated at $60 million. His income streams include:
- Tournament earnings (PGA, European, LIV)
- Sponsorships (Nike, Rolex, Michelob Ultra, Srixon)
- Appearance fees and bonuses
- Team captain earnings from LIV Golf
Given his crossover appeal and no-nonsense personality, Koepka has consistently been a magnet for big-brand endorsements—though his LIV stint did cool some relationships temporarily.
Physical Stats
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Age (2025) | 35 years old |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 meters) |
| Weight | Approx. 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Hair Color | Bleached-blond |
| Eye Color | Dark brown |
As of now, Koepka hasn’t announced his next steps post-LIV, but don’t expect him to go quietly. Whether it’s a PGA Tour comeback, a role in broadcasting, or diving deeper into business and family life, Koepka’s story is far from over.
He’s never been the type to follow the crowd, and it’s safe to say—whatever he does next, it’ll be on his terms.
