Golfer Chi Rodriguez

Juan 'Chi Chi' Rodriguez, the beloved Puerto Rican golfer and humanitarian, passed away at the age of 88, with his death announced by a senator from Puerto Rico. Renowned for his showmanship on the golf course, including his iconic 'sword dance,' Rodriguez won eight PGA Tour titles and 22 Champions Tour events during a career spanning over three decades. He was the first Puerto Rican inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1992, celebrated for both his sporting achievements and philanthropic efforts through the Chi Chi Rodriguez Youth Foundation. Rodriguez learned to play golf using a stick and tin cans, eventually serving in the U.S. Army before joining the PGA Tour in 1960. PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan praised Rodriguez for his vibrant personality and commitment to giving back. His legacy is marked by not only his golfing prowess but also his dedication to helping at-risk youth.