Tiger Woods announces death of his mother Kultida Woods
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Tiger Woods on Tuesday announced that his mother, Kultida, has died. She was 78.
The legendary PGA Tour golfer made the announcement in post on X. He attached a statement and a picture of her in the post. He asked for privacy as he and his family grieved.
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Tiger Woods and his mother Kultida Woods pose for photos prior to his induction at the World Golf Hall of Fame at the PGA Tour Global Home on March 9, 2022, in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. (Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)
"It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning," Woods wrote. "My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable. She was quick with the needle and a laugh. She was my biggest fan, greatest supporter, without her none of my personal achievements would have been possible. She was loved by so many, but especially by her two grandchildren, Sam and Charlie.
"Thank you all for your support, prayers and privacy at this difficult time for me and my family. Love you Mom."
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From left, Erica Herman, Kultida Woods, Sam Alexis Woods, Charlie Axel Woods, Tiger Woods, President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump pose for photographs after Tiger Woods was presented with the Medal of Freedom at the White House, May 6, 2019. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Tiger was Kultida and Earl Woods’ only child together. Tiger has a few half-siblings from his father’s first marriage. Kultida met Earl while he was on tour of duty in the