Steve DiMeglio, who plied his trade with the Gannett property in Palm Springs, California, before becoming a national golf reporter for USA Today and Golfweek, died after a two-year battle with cancer. He was 63 years old.
Many in the golf world, including Tiger Woods, paid their respects after learning the news.
Here’s a look at what others are saying about DiMeglio, who was born in Minnesota, but moved near the PGA Tour home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
The PGA TOUR joins the golf world in mourning the loss of our friend, golf journalist Steve DiMeglio.
A fixture at TOUR events for nearly two decades and beloved by players, he inspired us all with his unique perspective, humor and love of the game, even in the midst of his… https://t.co/uOH2KvrrVY
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) January 1, 2025
Was just with Steve at Tiger’s event in the Bahamas. Was doing his best to try and get better. Just last week we texted and I asked how he was doing. “Not great but I feel worse when reading one of your stories.” Nobody took more grief – and dished it out – than Dimegs. One of a… https://t.co/sRJH5gYQ8k
— Bob Harig (@BobHarig) January 1, 2025
My heart is heavy today. Steve DiMeglio was, quite literally, one of a kind. A friend to everyone. Like so many others, I’ll really miss him. pic.twitter.com/KG4uaaqPLl
— Jason Sobel (@JasonSobelGolf) January 1, 2025
R.I.P., Steve DiMeglio. Your cancer battle inspired so many. Golf loses a wonderful advocate and journalist. Humanity loses a…
