Natalie Anne Gulbis, born on January 7, 1983, is an American professional golfer. Gulbis began playing golf at the age of four and turned professional in July 2001. Her first professional win was at the 2007 Evian Masters. She has also appeared in various television shows and magazines, including her own reality show, *The Natalie Gulbis Show*, on The Golf Channel. Gulbis is considered a sex symbol in the LPGA and has been featured in various publications, including the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Beyond golf, she’s known for her appearances in television and her endorsements. In 2016, she spoke at the Republican National Convention in support of Donald Trump, and later, President Trump appointed her to the Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition in 2018. Gulbis married Josh Rodarmel in December 2013.
Here’s a breakdown of Natalie Gulbis’ net worth and related financial information:
## What Is Natalie Gulbis’ Net Worth?
Natalie Gulbis, an American professional golfer, has an estimated net worth of $4 million as of 2023. This wealth is primarily attributed to her career earnings from golf tournaments, endorsements, and other business ventures.
## Early Life and Career Beginnings
Natalie Gulbis was born in Sacramento, California, on January 7, 1983. She showed an early interest in golf, starting at the age of four. By age seven, she won her first tournament. In 1997, at 14, she participated in her first LPGA event as an amateur. Gulbis was the top player on the boys’ golf team at Granite Bay High School and graduated at 16. She received a golf scholarship to the University of Arizona but left after one year to turn professional in July 2001.
## Professional Career and Earnings
Gulbis qualified for the LPGA Tour three months after turning pro. Although she played consistently, it wasn’t until her sixth season that she secured her first tour win at the 2007 Evian Masters in France, earning a winner’s prize of $450,000.
* **LPGA Tour Earnings:** Gulbis has earned a total of $4,898,581 during her golfing career.
* **2005 Season:** A significant year for Gulbis, as she finished sixth on the LPGA money list with over $1 million in earnings.
* **Career Milestone:** By 2007, she had crossed the $3 million mark in career earnings.
**Yearly Prize Money Wins in the LPGA Season:**
* **2014:** $20.4 Thousand
* **2013:** $187.2 Thousand
* **2012:** $321.5 Thousand
* **2011:** $195 Thousand
* **2010:** $178 Thousand
* **2009:** $326.4 Thousand
* **2008:** $266.2 Thousand
* **2007:** $886.4 Thousand
* **2006:** $660 Thousand
* **2005:** $1 Million
* **2004:** Earnings reported
* **2003:** Earnings reported
* **2002:** Earnings reported
## Endorsements and Other Ventures
Natalie Gulbis has had numerous endorsement deals with well-known companies, which contributed significantly to her income. These include:
* McGladrey LLP
* TaylorMade/Adidas
* Canon
* Michelob Ultra
* SkyCaddie
* Payment Data Systems
* MasterCard
* Winn Golf Grips
* Lake Las Vegas Resort
* Pure Silk
* Lexus
* EA Sports.
Gulbis was also involved in various media appearances:
* **The Natalie Gulbis Show:** She hosted her own show on The Golf Channel.
* **Tiger Woods PGA Tour:** She appeared in the 2007 version of the EA Sports game.
* **Celebrity Apprentice:** Gulbis participated in the second season.
* **The Price Is Right:** She appeared on the show in 2009.
* **Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue:** Gulbis appeared in the 2012 issue.
In 2005, Gulbis released a calendar featuring pictures of her playing golf and in swimwear. This calendar was controversial, with the USGA initially banning its sale at the Women’s US Open, while Golf Canada sold it openly. Gulbis also wrote a monthly advice column in FHM magazine starting in 2006.
## Personal Life
Natalie Gulbis married Josh Rodarmel, an entrepreneur, on December 23, 2013, in California.
## Retirement
Gulbis retired from the LPGA Tour at the end of the 2020 season, citing back surgeries that limited her practice time.