Jake Knapp, an American professional golfer on the PGA Tour, tragically lost his girlfriend of two years, Makena White. The news arrived on social media, and folks feel devastated because she was only 28 years old. Read on for more details.
The Sad News Via A Statement
The devastating news arrived on Instagram, in a shared post on Makena’s profile by a “friend.” The post showed the beautiful young woman who gave her heart to Jake Knapp. And the statement did not say how she passed away, but lamented her sudden departure.
In part, it said:
[I’m] writing with the heaviest heart to share that Makena passed away earlier this week. She is already so deeply missed by her Dad, her family, her friends, and of course by Nelly and Fergie.
The farewell tribute didn’t mention the PGA golfer, but listed her unique characteristics. They wrote, “Makena was one of a kind. She had this rare way of making you feel special, and her huge heart was always overflowing with love.”
Apparently, she lived a whirlwind life, full of “endless laughter…joy, and a healthy sprinkling of chaos as we tried to keep up with her travel schedule.”
Reactions From The Public
E! News also shared the news both in an article and on Instagram. The outlet noted that when they “reached out to Jake Knapp’s rep” they didn’t get any response. Possibly, he’s heartbroken. Many people responded in the comments of the social media post.
One of them wrote, “God she was beautiful and so young my condolences to him and her family.” Naturally, lots of people wanted to know what happened. However, no news arrived to confirm how Makena White passed away. It seems sufficient for now, to know that a family grieves for a special young person.
Here are a few more reactions:
The original statement also asked for donations but not to the family. Perhaps it was her own wish that funds be raised for Bruyère Brain Health & Memory Clinic or the Griffin Bell Endowment Fund.
Jake And Makena
PGA golfer Jake Knapp, 31, worked hard for recognition in the sport, and for two years, he had the lovely Makena White to cheer him on. Famously, he won the Mexico Open and he also won the 2024 Grant Thornton Invitational with partner Patty Tavatanakit. He lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Makena’s photos on her profile page show she seemed to be a very active person, and she clearly adored Jake Knapp. Her profile though was understated, and simply read, “an underwhelming follow but a really good time.”
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