Bubba Watson Age, Wikipedia, Biography, Children, Salary, Net Worth, Parents.
Emily Carr
Updated on January 07, 2026
Gerry Lester Watson Jr. , also known as Bubba Watson, is an American professional golfer on the PGA Tour, holding Watson the second-highest record in the official golf world rankings as of February 2015.
In 2018, Bubba Watson’s net worth is $30 million.
Bubba Watson’s Early Experience
Bubba Watson was born on November 5, 1978 in Baghdad, Florida. He became interested in sports when he was only 6 years old. His nickname is derived from Bubba Smith, the former professional football player of his father.
Bubba played for Faulkner State Community College and the University of Georgia before joining the national tour in 2001, crediting him with inspiration to his father, Jerry. Unfortunately, he died of throat cancer in 2010 when he first saw Bubba win the PGA Tour.
Gerry Lester Watson, Jr. Wiki
- Birth NameGerry Lester Watson, Jr.
- Birth PlaceBagdad, Florida
- Famous NameBubba Watson
- FatherGerry Watson
- MotherMolly Marie Watson Mother
- Net Worth$30 million
- NationalityAmerican
- EthnicityWhite
- Currently MarriedYes
- Married toAngie Watson (m. 2004)
- DivorceN/A
- Children2