Makena White, the girlfriend of PGA golfer Jake Knapp, has died. She was 28.

On Sept. 26, a post on White's Instagram account shared news of her death, accompanied by a closeup photo of White.

“Hi everyone — this is Makena’s friend, writing with the heaviest heart to share that Makena passed away earlier this week,” the caption read, adding that she is “so deeply missed” by her friends, family and dogs.

Makena White with PGA golfer Jake Knapp Makena White / Instagram

Knapp mourned his girlfriend’s death in a statement to TODAY.com.

“Makena was such a thoughtful person whose selflessness toward others is something I will always appreciate,” the pro golfer shared. “We shared so many unforgettable memories together and now that she’s no longer with us, it’s a tough reality to compreh

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