Quick Info
| Profession | Professional golfer |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 11/10/1989 |
| Age | 36 years |
| Birthplace | Honolulu, Hawaii, USA |
Latest News about Michelle Wie
04/06/2026
Michelle Wie West returned to major championship golf at the 2026 U.S. Women's Open at Riviera, shooting 75-74 before missing the cut in what is expected to be the final start of her career. The 2014 U.S. Women's Open champion came out of retirement three years after officially retiring, using her final year of eligibility extended due to her maternity leave.
23/02/2026
Michelle Wie West announced on February 23, 2026, that she is coming out of retirement to compete in WTGL, the women's version of the tech-infused indoor golf league created by Tiger Woods and Rory McIllya. This marks her return to professional golf after retiring in 2023 to focus on her family and daughter.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Michelle Sung Wie West |
|---|---|
| Known For | Becoming one of the most famous women golfers in the world at a very young age and winning the 2014 U.S. Women's Open |
| Turned Professional | 2005 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.73 m |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Stanford University |
|---|---|
| Qualification | BA in communications |
Personal Life
| Birth Name | Michelle Sung Wie |
|---|---|
| Parents | Byung-Wook Wie and Bo Wie |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
|---|---|
| Spouse | Johnny West |
Family
| Father | Byung-Wook Wie |
|---|---|
| Mother | Bo Wie |
| Children | 1 |
Career
| Sport | Golf |
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| Major Wins | U.S. Women's Open (2014) |
| Notable Achievements |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/michellewie/ | |
| X | https://twitter.com/michellewie |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and is the only child of Korean immigrant parents. | |
| 2. Her mother was a former South Korean women’s amateur golf champion. | |
| 3. She became a professional golfer before turning 16. | |
| 4. She earned a BA in communications from Stanford University. | |
| 5. She hosts the Mizuho Americas Open tournament | |
| 6. Her daughter gave her special advice to prepare for her 2026 comeback |