GOLF star Jake Knapp has opened up on the heartbreaking death of his girlfriend Makena White.
White’s tragic passing aged just 28 was confirmed on Friday.
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News of White’s death earlier this week was announced by a friend via her Instagram account.
Following confirmation of the awful news, Knapp told the Mail, “Makena was such a thoughtful person whose selflessness toward others is something I will always appreciate.
“We shared so many unforgettable memories together and now that she’s no longer with us, it’s a tough reality to comprehend.
“She had an incredible family, great friends, and her fun, outgoing energy will be missed by all of us.
“It’s an understatement to say how hard all of this is to process for everyone who knew Mak, especially her family and friends, who deserve privacy and respect during this difficult time.”
The statement posted to White’s Instagram page read, “Hi everyone – this is Makena’s friend, 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.
“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.
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Instagram @makenawhite91White has passed away aged just 28[/caption]
“To be loved by Makena was a gift; one that came with endless laughter, so much joy, and a healthy sprinkling of chaos as we tried to keep up with her travel schedule.
“If you would like to honour Makena’s memory, donations to the Bruyère Brain Health & Memory Clinic or the Griffin Bell Endowment Fund would mean a lot.
“We love you Mak. We’ll miss you always, and we’ll be looking for you in the sunset.”
White and Knapp had been dating for the last two years.
Their relationship was made public after the golfer, currently ranked No80 in the world, earned his first PGA Tour win at the Mexico Open in 2024.
Hailing from Ottawa, White graduated from White McMaster University in 2019 with degrees in communications and software engineering.
She went on to work in surgical sales – primarily providing equipment to vascular and cardiac surgeons.
White was also a keen sports fan and regularly supported her hometown hockey team, the Ottawa Senators.
She sent a heartfelt message to her boyfriend on social media just six weeks before her tragic death.
The message, which was her final post on Instagram, read: “Year 2 of first fairway hugs & watching you live out your dreams.
“Second season in the books — forever grateful to be on this walk with you, here’s to many many many more!
“I looooove you sweet boy, you make it so dang easy to be proud.”
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