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www.pgatour.comI don’t have live access to the latest news right this moment. Here’s what’s widely known about Jack Nicklaus and his wife Barbara in recent years:
- Barbara Nicklaus has been recognized as a prominent figure in golf alongside Jack, including being highlighted as a Memorial Tournament honoree for its 50th edition in 2025, with Jack publicly expressing deep emotion about honoring her contributions [news coverage of the 2025 Memorial Tournament events].[1][3]
- Jack and Barbara Nicklaus contracted COVID-19 in March 2020 but recovered, and they subsequently engaged in fund-raising efforts to support frontline health care workers during the pandemic.[2][4]
- Barbara has been celebrated within golf circles as the “First Lady of Golf,” and she has been honored by multiple organizations for her contributions alongside Jack’s career.[5]
If you’d like, I can pull the very latest articles and provide a concise roundup with dates and sources.