Paige Spiranac has built a reputation as one of the most recognizable names in golf, not just for her time as a professional player but also as a model and online personality. Her influence recently extended to Hollywood with a cameo appearance in Happy Gilmore 2.
Born on March 26, 1993, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Spiranac comes from a sports-driven family. Her mother, Annette, was a professional ballerina and lingerie model, while her father, Dan, played football for the University of Pittsburgh’s 1976 national championship team. Her sister Lexie also pursued athletics, competing in track and field at Stanford. Today, Spiranac resides in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Her journey into golf began after an injury ended her gymnastics hopes. She quickly rose in junior golf, earned a scholarship at the University of Arizona, later transferred to San Diego State, and turned professional in 2015. While she found some success, including a win on the Cactus Tour and competing in Europe, she admitted to having a “love-hate” relationship with the game and eventually stepped away from pro competition. Still, she produced memorable moments, such as making a hole-in-one in front of Gary Player in 2021.
Spiranac’s modeling career also took off, highlighted by being named Maxim’s Sexiest Woman Alive in 2022 and appearing in Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit edition. Yet, it is her digital presence that truly sets her apart—she leads all golfers on Instagram with over four million followers, boasts a popular YouTube channel, and has a rapidly growing TikTok audience. She has also hosted a podcast, participated in PGA Tour Creator Classics, and continues to collaborate with major golf and lifestyle brands.
Away from the course and cameras, her personal life has drawn attention. She married athletic trainer Steven Tinoco in 2018 before divorcing in 2022. In 2023, she began dating investment banker Zach Brantly. While she’s often linked to high-profile athletes, she has denied ever dating a celebrity.
Spiranac is open about her mental health journey, often addressing her battles with anxiety and online abuse while working with organizations like Cybersmile to fight cyberbullying. Financially, her brand is thriving—she is estimated to be worth between $2–3 million, with individual sponsored posts reportedly earning her up to $45,000. Alongside endorsements and her subscription platform OnlyPaige, she has partnerships with top brands including Callaway, Lululemon, and Women’s Health.
