What is Fred Couples' Net Worth?
Fred Couples is an American professional golfer with a net worth of $120 million. He has competed on the PGA Tour and the PGA Tour Champions, boasting 15 PGA Tour wins and 64 overall tournament victories. Highlights of his career include winning the Masters Tournament in 1992 and the Players Championship in 1984 and 1996. In 2013, he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. Known as "Boom Boom" for his powerful drives, he continues to be a celebrated figure in the world of golf.
Early Life
Fred Couples, born Frederick Steven Couples on October 3, 1959, in Seattle, Washington, grew up in a working-class home with two siblings. His family's Italian surname was originally Coppola, but his grandparents changed it to fit into American society. Fred honed his golf skills at Seattle's Jefferson Park golf course, emphasizing his self-taught approach throughout his career. His prowess earned him a golf scholarship to the University of Houston, where he met future PGA Tour player Blaine McCallister. At 19, Fred won the Washington Open, defeating PGA Tour veteran Don Bies.
Career
After turning pro, Fred Couples won his first PGA Tour event at the Kemper Open in 1983, followed by 14 more PGA Tour titles, including the prestigious 1992 Masters Tournament. His success led to him being named PGA Tour Player of the Year in 1991 and 1992, along with receiving the Vardon Trophy and joining the United States Ryder Cup team five times. In 1992, he achieved the number-one ranking in the Official World Golf Rankings, holding the position for 16 consecutive weeks.
Fred earned the nickname "Mr. Skins" for his success in the Skins Game, winning the event five times and accumulating over $3.5 million in net winnings. Despite facing back injuries starting in 1994, he continued to deliver strong performances, particularly on the World Tour and Champions Tour. In 2010, he made his debut on the Champions Tour, winning several events before withdrawing from the Masters Tournament in 2016 due to back problems.
In 1992, Fred expanded his career by designing golf courses, co-founding Couples Bates Golf Design (later Bates Golf Design Group) with Gene D. Gates. Together, they have designed over 20 award-winning courses worldwide.
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Brand Endorsements
Fred Couples has supplemented his golf income with numerous brand endorsements, most notably promoting Antabloc, an anti-inflammatory nutraceutical. His golf shirts often feature the Antabloc logo. Additionally, he has been associated with several golf video games, including the 1994 title "Fred Couples Golf" by Sega.
Relationships
Fred Couples first married Deborah, whom he met at the University of Houston. They divorced in 1993, and Deborah tragically committed suicide in 2001. Fred then married Thais Baker in 1998, but she later became estranged and passed away from breast cancer.
Real Estate
In 2017, Fred Couples sold his La Quinta mansion to NBA legend Jerry West. The Mediterranean-style property features four bedrooms, 5,200 square feet of living space, and a half-acre land with a swimming pool and spa. Fred purchased the home for $3.07 million in 2009 and listed it for $3.95 million in 2016. The final sale price remains undisclosed.
In 2020, Fred sold another home in Newport Beach. Initially bought in 2015 for $3.475 million, he sold it for $3.25 million, incurring a loss. The five-bedroom residence is near the Pacific Ocean and the University of California-Irvine. It is situated within the exclusive Big Canyon Country Club.
