Fred Funk

Quick Facts

Full Name	Fred Funk
Occupation	Golfer
Date Of Birth	Jun 14, 1956(1956-06-14)
Age	68
Birthplace	Takoma Park
Country	United States
Birth City	Maryland
Horoscope	Gemini

Fred Funk Biography

Fred Funk is one of the most popular and richest Golfer who was born on June 14, 1956 in Takoma Park, Maryland, United States. The winner from 8 PGA Tours and eight Champions Tours who was renowned for having the most straight shot in the game.

The song that he is introducing himself to includes “Give Up the Funk” by His entrance song is “Give Up the Funk” by George Clinton‘s band, Parliament.’s band, Parliament.

Funk went to the University of Maryland, College Park, but was cut from the golf team in 1975. He transferred to Prince George’s Community College, then returned to UM two years later to earn a top spot with the Terrapins golf team. At the time he also held a job as a circulation supervisor for the Washington Star. He graduated from the University of Maryland in 1980 with a degree in law enforcement. He turned professional in 1981, but worked as a golf coach at UM from 1982 to 1988.

After also playing in a few PGA Tour event for several years beginning in 1982 but with little success, Funk finally became a member of the PGA Tour in 1989, playing in 29 official tournaments and several unofficial ones. He earned his biggest paycheck to date with $12,500 in a tie for ninth in the Chattanooga Classic.

He was born within Takoma Park, Maryland.

Fred Funk Net Worth

Fred Funk is one of the richest Golfer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Fred Funk 's net worth $14 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Before beginning his golfing career, he was an assistant to the newspaper’s circulation manager.

He was among the very first PGA golfers to undergo laser eye surgery to help improve his game.

Frederick Funk (born June 14, 1956) is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour and PGA Tour Champions.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Fred Funk height 5 ft 8 in Fred weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Fred Funk Dating?

According to our records, Fred Funk married to Sharon Funk. As of December 1, 2023, Fred Funk’s is not dating anyone.

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*Note: The 1996 B.C. Open was shortened to 54 holes due to weather.

Facts & Trivia

Fred Ranked on the list of most popular Golfer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Fred Funk celebrates birthday on June 14 of every year.

On March 28, 2005, Funk picked up the biggest win of his career, becoming the oldest player ever to win The Players Championship. He also won the unofficial Skins Game tournament, during which, to satisfy a friendly bet, he wore a pink skirt that Annika Sörenstam pulled out of her golf bag when she outdrove Funk on the par-five third hole. The skirt was actually picked out by Funk’s wife, Sharon.

What is Fred Funk doing now?

He maintains professional relationships with Southwest Greens, TaylorMade for its clubs, Titleist golf balls, and Stryker Orthopaedics. As of the 2013–14 season at age 57, Funk currently still plays in several PGA Tour events a year while devoting most of his time to the Champions Tour.

How old is Fred Funk?

66 years (June 14, 1956)

Is Taylor Funk related to Fred Funk?

Fred Funk, son Taylor Funk paired together at Bermuda Championship.

How tall is Fred Funk?

5′ 8″

How did Fred Couples make his money?

Fred Couples is an American professional golfer who has a net worth of $120 million. Over the course of his career, he has competed on the PGA Tour and the PGA Tour Champions. His achievements include 15 PGA Tour wins 64 overall tournament wins. He won the Masters Tournament in 1992.