Have a look at the bio, career earnings and net worth of JJ Spaun
JJ Spaun has made golf history after winning a thrilling victory at the 2025 U.S. Open, find out more about him and the win below.
Spaun came from being six shots behind to enter the final round and lift his first major trophy.
Who is golfer JJ Spaun, bio, age, height, family, parents, wife, college, ethnicity, career earnings and net worth
WHAT A PUTT!!!!
J.J. SPAUN WINS THE U.S. OPEN!!!! pic.twitter.com/EWdYQeDAzF
— U.S. Open (@usopengolf) June 16, 2025
JJ Spaun wins 2025 US Open
Spaun secured a dramatic performance at Oakmont Country Club and won the 2025 U.S. Open after entering the final round alongside Viktor Hovland. Despite initially trailing leaders Sam Burns and Adam Scott, Spaun won the competition with an epic comeback. Spaun managed to calm putting and precision play before surging past the competition to clinch the title, marking his biggest career win to date.
JJ Spaun biography
John Michael “JJ” Spaun Jr. is a professional golfer who was born on August 21, 1990, in Los Angeles, California. He was born to parents John and Dollie Spaun, who were both golf enthusiasts. JJ grew up in San Dimas and discovered his love for golf despite his early aspirations to become a skateboarder.
J.J. Spaun’s mother, Dollie Spaun, was an office manager in California, where he was born and raised and is of Mexican and Filipino descent.
Hi father, John Spaun who is from Europe has worked as a hospital administrator and both his parents used to play golf.
J.J. completed his graduation with a degree in social science from San Dimas High School in 2008 and went to San Diego State University, where he played collegiate golf for the San Diego State Aztecs.
Age and height
JJ Spaun is currently 34 years old and stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 meters).
Nationality
JJ Spaun is an American citizen who currently resides in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Education
During his childhood, JJ Spaun attended San Dimas High School and later graduated from San Diego State University. During his time in college, Spaun played collegiate golf and began shaping his professional aspirations.
Wife and Children
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JJ Spaun married Melody Means back in 2019, after the couple initially met each other through mutual friends in California. The couple have two daughters named Emerson, who was born in 2020 on Melody’s birthday, and Violet, who was born in 2023, just before Spaun played in the Travelers Championship. Melody plays a key role in supporting her husband’s career, and the whole family currently lives together in Scottsdale.
Career and achievements
JJ Spaun turned professional back in 2012 following his graduation from San Diego State University. He started out his journey on the Gateway Tour and PGA Tour Canada, where he quickly established himself after winning the 2015 Order of Merit. He seemingly earned his status on the Korn Ferry Tour and by 2016, he won his first Korn Ferry event and soon advanced to the PGA Tour.
After joining the PGA Tour in 2017, Spaun faced many setbacks but gradually gained consistency and secured his first PGA Tour victory in 2022. By 2025, Spaun reached a career-high world ranking of No. 25, and most recently capped off a dramatic U.S. Open win at Oakmont. Given below is a list of all his career achievements:
| Year | Event/Tour | Achievement |
| 2015 | PGA Tour Canada | Order of Merit Winner |
| 2022 | Masters Tournament | T23 Finish |
| 2018 | PGA Championship | T35 Finish |
| 2025 | U.S. Open | Winner |
| – | PGA Tour | 2 Wins |
| – | European Tour | 1 Win |
| – | Korn Ferry Tour | 1 Win |
| – | Other Tours | 2 Wins |
Prize Money Earnings
JJ Spaun has so far amassed an estimated $18.8 million in career prize money, which includes his recent 2025 U.S. Open win which added $4.3 million to his earnings.
Net Worth
As of 2025, JJ Spaun has an estimated net worth of $10 million, with most of his income coming from his endorsements, career earnings, and sponsorship deals.
JJ Spaun has an Instagram account under the handle @jjspaun, where he has over 37.5K followers and around 229 posts. Spaun often shares career updates, family moments, and golf highlights on his Instagram.