Makena White , the girlfriend of PGA golfer Jake Knapp, died earlier this week at age 28.

The tragic news was shared in an Instagram post written by her friend on Friday, Sept. 26. “Hi everyone - this is Makena’s friend, writing with the heaviest heart to share that Makena passed away earlier this week,” the post began.

No cause of death was given.

However, in the months leading up to her death, White had started to share details about her health online. On X (formerly Twitter), she revealed she had multiple surgeries scheduled this summer.

On June 2, 2025, White, who is from Canada, posted about the start of the RBC Canadian Open, the country’s pro golf championship, which Knapp played in. She also shared some details about three procedures she was going to have.

“Happy RBC Canadi

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