Steve DiMeglio died at age 63, following a valiant two-year battle with cancer. Once news was posted on social media from the PGA Tour, players and officials weighed in with their thoughts and condolences on the longtime Golfweek/USA Today reporter.
Unfortunately the golf world lost part of our family today, beloved golf writer Steve DiMeglio. I was always very close to Steve and we texted and talked about how he needed to keep fighting to get better so we could see each other in the Bahamas last month. And we did. I am so…
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) January 1, 2025
The PGA TOUR joins the golf world in mourning the loss of our friend, golf journalist Steve DiMeglio.
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) January 1, 2025
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
Very sad news, a legend of a man.
— Trevor Immelman (@TrevorImmelman) January 1, 2025
RIP friend….🙏🏼 https://t.co/OWEamelwxu
The @LPGA is saddened by the passing of longtime golf writer and friend of the game, Steve DiMeglio. As USA Today’s LPGA beat writer, Steve told the stories of our great athletes with passion and care, forming lasting relationships. He bravely battled cancer, signing off every…
— LPGA Media (@LPGAMedia) January 1, 2025
Our thoughts are with the golf community as we mourn the loss of one of golf media’s finest. A friend to so many, Steve’s impact on the game and the relationships he built will continue to be felt. “Onward” indeed. https://t.co/BEJgnRgxDs
— USGA (@USGA) January 1, 2025
Very very sad news, RIP my friend….🙏🏼 https://t.co/nDmtVC4fvj
— Justin ROSE (@JustinRose99) January 1, 2025
Hard to hear the news on Steve. We lost a great friend of the game. https://t.co/5y27VXB3nn
— Michael Whan (@USGAMike) January 1, 2025
Sad day for the golfing world. Steve DiMeglio was one of the most well liked and respected people in the media. We had a great relationship and I always loved our banter back and forth. Even with what he was going through, he kept his spirit about him and would still give me a…
— Billy Horschel (@BillyHo_Golf) January 1, 2025
R.I.P., Steve DiMeglio. Your cancer battle inspired so many. Golf loses a wonderful advocate and journalist. Humanity loses a really good soul. Close pals for over 2 decades, we debated plenty of issues, but always with healthy respect. Even gave me his mom’s lasagna recipe! 💔 pic.twitter.com/J6BA1xfvNM
— Dottie Pepper (@dottie_pepper) January 1, 2025
The PGA of America is saddened to hear of the passing of Steve DiMeglio, one of golf’s most treasured storytellers and a beloved friend to fellow media members and players alike.
— PGA of America (@PGA) January 2, 2025
Steve covered many Ryder Cups, PGA Championships, KPMG Women’s PGA Championships & Senior PGA Championships throughout his career, always with attention to detail & dedication to his craft.
— PGA of America (@PGA) January 2, 2025
He was a welcome presence in our media centers & wherever he traveled covering the game.
We missed Steve at events as he bravely battled cancer & will miss him even more going forward. He was truly one-of-a-kind.
— PGA of America (@PGA) January 2, 2025
We extend our deepest sympathies to Steve’s family and friends during this difficult time.
Steve DiMeglio fought cancer with humor and a tireless resolve. He made every media center better. RIP Steve pic.twitter.com/1uIQmDStxw
— Rex Hoggard (@RexHoggardGC) January 1, 2025
I sat next to Steve DiMeglio at many a major @Golfweek. The media center, wherever we might be, was his home and his happy place. He loved to watch the best in the world tee it up and to spin stories on deadline, then enjoy a smoke & a bud light. Cancer sucks. #RIP
— Adam Schupak (@AdamSchupak) January 1, 2025
My heart is broken. Steve made you feel like a friend. I never thought of Steve as “media”. I trusted him like I trusted a friend bc he truly cared about me and the sport he covered. I will miss his texts so much.
— Angela Stanford (@Angela_Stanford) January 2, 2025
Rest in Peace. #nomorepain https://t.co/ARiAkfGm0Y
Another loss for golf with the passing of longtime writer Steve DiMeglio. Always there—first tee, 18th green, press conference, lunch room. A fixture. One of @TigerWoods favorites, for good reason. Media centers won’t be the same. RIP
— Rich Lerner (@RichLernerGC) January 2, 2025
Steve DeMeglio has lost his battle with cancer. He fought an incredibly tough fight….no more pain now. I miss him dearly….hate cancer. RIP friend.🙏
— Mark Rolfing (@MarkRolfingGC) 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
It has been a brutal December for the @gwaa1946 There are no words of consolation for the DiMeglio and Babineau families and friends. There are love and support and gratitude for all that Steve and Jeff meant to those that knew them, worked with them, shared this Earth with them.
— 🏌️♀️BuffaloGolfer.Com🏌️♂️ (@buffalogolfer) January 1, 2025
Steve was well respected and liked by all in the golf community. He will be greatly missed. https://t.co/HaIEuyRj6E
— TravelersChamp (@TravelersChamp) January 1, 2025
@Steve_DiMeglio had a giant heart and personality packed into a small body. He was such a good sport about all the ribbing and dished it out just as well. Such a good friend and we all had so much fun together on the golf trail. After a valiant fight, rest peacefully my friend. pic.twitter.com/uNbZwvhVh8
— Scott Michaux 🇺🇦 (@ScottMichaux) January 1, 2025
A mark of what DiMegs meant to the golf world. A true one off. And OUR one off. Love you pal x https://t.co/GZsSYhGDcj
— James Corrigan (never had a blue tick) (@jcorrigangolf) January 1, 2025
Another body blow to golf and journalism. As much as I enjoyed covering golf tournaments with Steve what I will miss most is our discussions about baseball and politics. A good man. RIP my friend: https://t.co/ifvtMT0TAX
— Ron Sirak (@ronsirak) January 1, 2025