Fuzzy Zoeller‘s net worth has become a topic of interest following his recent demise. Before his death, he was a prominent figure in the golfing world, who won at multiple events and championships. Hailing from New Albany, Indiana, Zoeller began golfing while in high school and finished as the runner-up in the 1970 high school tournament with a state record low round of 67. He subsequently began his professional golfing career three years later.
Here is what we know about Zoeller’s current net worth.
What is Fuzzy Zoeller’s net worth in 2025?
Fuzzy Zoeller had an estimated net worth of $12 million at the time of his death in 2025.
Zoeller’s net worth in 2025 consists of earnings from professional golfing and business ventures.
Zoeller is most famous for winning 10 PGA Tour events, which included two major championships. He is also one of three golfers — the others being Horton Smith and Gene Sarazen — who won the Masters Tournament in their first appearance, and is also the winner of the 1984 U.S. Open.
What did Fuzzy Zoeller do for a living?
Fuzzy Zoeller was a professional golfer.
Most recently, Zoeller passed away at the age of 74. Following his death, PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan and U.S. President Donald Trump paid tribute to him.
Monahan said in his statement, “Fuzzy was a true original whose talent and charisma left an indelible mark on the game of golf. Fuzzy combined competitive excellence with a sense of humour that endeared him to fans and fellow players alike. We celebrate his remarkable legacy and extend our deepest condolences to his family.” (via Sky News)
Meanwhile, Trump called Zoeller “a truly remarkable person and player” on Truth Social and added that he would be missed.
Fuzzy Zoeller’s earnings explained — how did he make money?
Fuzzy Zoeller earned money from his work as a professional golfer. It also includes income from business ventures.
Professional golfing
Zoeller was primarily a professional golfer. He participated in the PGA and Champions tours and has secured a total of 19 professional wins, which include 10 PGA Tour wins, two PGA Tour championship wins, and seven wins from other events.
He also secured second place at the 1981 PGA Championship and third place at the 1994 The Open Championship. Moreover, he received the Bob Jones Award in 1985 for his contributions to and excellence in golfing.
Business ventures
In 2009, he launched a vodka business named Fuzzy’s Vodka. In 2012, the brand sponsored Ed Carpenter Racing’s entries in the IndyCar series.
