Tiger Woods Mourns the Loss of His Mother, Kultida Woods

2025-02-28

Kultida Woods, the mother of golf legend Tiger Woods, passed away at the age of 80, as announced by her son on social media. Described by Tiger as his “biggest fan” and “greatest supporter,” Kultida was a pivotal figure in his life and career. She was known for her unwavering support, often seen cheering him on at tournaments, including his recent TGL match in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, just days before her death.

Kultida, born in Thailand, met Tiger’s father, Earl Woods, while working for the U.S. Army in Bangkok. The couple married and moved to the U.S., where Tiger was born in 1975. Kultida was credited with instilling discipline in Tiger, whom he affectionately called “the enforcer.” She also influenced his tradition of wearing red on Sundays, believing it to be his “power color,” a practice he maintained throughout his career.

Tiger expressed his deep gratitude for his mother’s role in his success, stating that none of his achievements would have been possible without her. He also highlighted her love for her grandchildren, Sam and Charlie, who were by her side during her final days. The TGL series honored Kultida with a moment of silence at the SoFi Center in Florida, where clips of her cheering for Tiger were shown during the broadcast.

Kultida’s passing marks the end of an era for the Woods family, leaving behind a legacy of strength, love, and unwavering support for her son’s historic career.