“When I look back on my past three-and-a-half years, from my past 20 years, oh my gosh, I really have changed the game of golf more than what people realize,” said Greg Norman, who’s set to step down as LIV Golf CEO on August 31 as LIV’s new CEO, Scott O’Neil, takes over the wheels. As the driving force behind the Saudi Arabia-funded breakaway league, Norman’s tenure was marked by controversy and division, but he believes his impact on professional golf will be lasting. However, amid all these changes, one thing in Norman’s life stayed still: his loving wife’s support.
And Norman isn’t shy about admitting the impact his wife, Kirsten Kutner, has had on his life. He’s clearly grateful to have her as his partner, celebrating her birthday with heartfelt words: “Happy B-Day to this most amazing, beautiful person who brings joy and brightens the life of all who know her. And is my rock, I am blessed to have as my partner in life. @kirstenpnorman.” To sweeten the gesture, he posted a stunning picture of the couple embracing on a beach, with Kirsten looking lovely in an aqua dress, capturing a tender moment that speaks volumes about their love.
This isn’t the first time Norman has penned down an emotional letter to his wife, showing how much he loves her. He’s been quite expressive about his feelings for his third wife, whom he married in 2010. For their 12th anniversary on November 7, 2024, he shared a heartfelt post, calling her his best friend and soulmate and saying their journey together had only just started. “14 years with this beautiful, fun-loving, life-loving, do-anything, spirited, driven, and caring person who I am blessed to have as my wife, @kirstenpnorman. May the next 14+ be as fun as these last 14.”
And for her 55th birthday, he gushed about her elegance, beauty, and zest for life, saying she’d “only just started living.“ Even now, after years of marriage, it’s clear their love continues to grow stronger.
How did Greg Norman meet Kirsten Kutner?
It all started back in the 1990s when Greg Norman and Kirsten Kutner first crossed paths at a golf event. Kutner, who wasn’t exactly a golf enthusiast, was there because her parents worked for the company sponsoring the tournament. Despite her lack of interest in the sport, she was immediately drawn to Norman’s charisma and confidence. As she recalled, “He is the type of person who leaves an impression on anyone because he is so charismatic and magnetic.” What’s more, Norman’s charm worked its magic on Kutner’s parents, too, who were thoroughly impressed by the golf legend.
The couple didn’t reconnect for 14 years, but when they did, the chemistry was undeniable. Norman fondly remembered the moment, saying, “I stayed [at the Fairmont] overnight and bumped into Kirsten again. And that was it.” Kutner’s parents had already fallen for Norman’s charm, with her noting, “You can’t avoid being impressed by him.” This spark would go on to blossom into a lasting relationship, culminating in their marriage in 2010.
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