Kultida "Tida" Woods, Tiger Woods 's mother, has passed away. She was 81. Wood's shared a statement on X on the passing of his mother.

Kultida Woods, Tiger Woods ' mother, died Tuesday morning, the golfer announced in a heartfelt post on social media. "My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her spirit was simply undeniable," Tiger said. "She was quick with the needle and a laugh."

Tiger Woods announced some sad personal news on Tuesday morning. The legendary PGA Tour golfer, who has won 15 major championships, announced that his mother, Kultida Woods, has died. She was 81 years old.