Tiger Woods, born Eldrick Tont Woods on December 30, 1975, in Cypress, California, is an American professional golfer widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time. He is the son of an African American father, Earl Woods, and a Thai mother, Kultida Woods.

From a young age, he displayed an extraordinary talent for golf, making his television debut at the age of two and winning his first junior tournament at the age of eight. His early success continued as he became the youngest winner of the U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at age 15 and went on to win three consecutive U.S. Amateur Championships.

Tiger Woods attended Stanford University, where he won the collegiate title in 1996 before turning professional later that year. His professional career took off rapidly, with him winning his first major, the Masters, in 1997 by a record-breaking 12 strokes.

This victory made him the youngest-ever winner of the tournament. Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, he dominated the sport, becoming the first player to hold all four major golf titles simultaneously, a feat known as the "Tiger Slam."

His career has been marked by numerous achievements and accolades. He has won 15 major championships, including five Masters titles, four PGA Championships, three U.S. Opens, and three Open Championships.

He is tied for first in PGA Tour wins and ranks second in men's major championships. His success on the golf course has earned him numerous awards, including the PGA Tour Player of the Year, the Byron Nelson Award, and the Vardon Trophy multiple times. In 2019, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Despite his professional success, his personal life has faced significant challenges. In 2009, he took a hiatus from professional golf to address marital issues, admitting to multiple infidelities.

This period of personal turmoil led to his divorce from Elin Nordegren in 2010. His lifestyle reflects his status as a global sports icon. He resides in a luxurious mansion on Jupiter Island, Florida, and owns a private yacht and a Gulfstream G550 private jet. He is known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly through the Tiger Woods Foundation, which focuses on providing educational opportunities for underserved youth.