Meet Brooks Koepka's wife and their relationship from dating to marriage

Meet Brooks Koepka's wife and their relationship from dating to marriage

Brooks Koepka's wife, Jena Sims, is an American actress, model, and philanthropist. The couple's relationship started after they met at the 2015 Masters Tournament and confirmed their romance in 2017. From the greens to the red carpet, their bond shines through.

Brooks Koepka and his wife Jena Sims
Brooks Koepka at Oakmont Country Club on June 10, 2025. Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims at TAO Asian Bistro and Nightclub on 10 February 2024. Photo: Andrew Redington, Jerod Harris (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims met in 2015 and confirmed their relationship at the 2017 U.S. Open.
  • The golfer and actress married on 31 May 2022 and had a destination wedding on 4 June 2022.
  • Their son Crew Sims Koepka was born in July 2023.

Profile summary

Real nameBrooks Koepka
GenderMale
Date of birth3 May 1990
Age35 years old (as of September 2025)
Zodiac signTaurus
Place of birthWest Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Current residenceJupiter, Florida, United States
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityWhite
ReligionChristianity
SexualityStraight
Height in feet6'
Height in centimetres183
Weight in pounds205
Weight in kilograms93
Hair colourBrown
Eye colourBlue
MotherDenise Jakows
FatherBob Koepka
Siblings1
Marital statusMarried
SpouseJena Sims
Children1
SchoolCardinal Newman High School
UniversityFlorida State University
ProfessionProfessional golfer
Net worth$60 million
Instagram@bkoepka

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Who is Brooks Koepka's wife?

The American professional golfer Brooks Koepka is married to American actress, model, and philanthropist Jena Sims. The two have been married for over three years and share a son. Here is a look at their relationship journey.

April 2015: First meeting at the Masters Tournament

Jena Sims smiles on the golf course
Jena Sims watches Brooks Koepka during the second round of the World Golf Championship-FedEx St Jude Invitational at TPC Southwind on August 06, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee. Photo: Sam Greenwood
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Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims first met in person on the golf course at the 2015 Masters Tournament at Hole 7, marking the start of their friendship. Speaking about their initial meeting, Jena told GolfDigest in 2018:

We met at the 2015 Masters. And that's so special because I'm from Georgia, so it's perfect. We were on Hole 7, which I don't even remember, but he's like, 'Oh, I remember what you were wearing, where we were standing, everything.' It was cool. We hadn't dated since then. We were just friends at that point.

Before their meeting, the duo had connected online. The American philanthropist slid into Koepka's Instagram DMs a few months before. They chatted for months before she initiated a physical meeting.

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June 2017: The couple confirmed their romance at the U.S. Open

Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims pose for a photo on the golf course
Brooks Koepka and his fiancée Jena Sims pose for photos during Capital One's The Match V: Bryson v Brooks at Wynn Golf Course on November 26, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: David Becker
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Brooks and Jena officially confirmed their romance during the U.S. Open tournament in June 2017. The announcement was made through the broadcast after Koepka's victory, but an awkward moment marked it.

The announcer Joe Buck mistakenly identified Sims as Brooks' ex-girlfriend, Becky Edwards. According to the interview with GolfDigest, the American actress handled the mix-up gracefully, calling it an honest mistake. She recalled:

My phone LIT up. It was half like, 'Congratulations to Brooks!' And the other half were, 'Did you hear what happened?' And I was like, of course I did. It was immediate. I was like, 'It's okay,' life continues. We're just fine. It was an honest mistake.

The couple celebrated Koepka's win by taking a five-day trip to Las Vegas. Sims made their relationship Instagram-official by posting a photo of the two cosy with friends. Soon after, Brooks and Jena made their first joint red carpet debut when they appeared at the 2017 ESPY Awards.

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June 2018: Jena Sims celebrates Brooks Koepka's U.S. Open win

Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims Koepka poses for a photo on a golf course
Brooks Koepka poses for a photo with his wife, Jena Sims Koepka, during the Par 3 contest prior to the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Photo: Andrew Redington
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On 17 June 2018, Sims joined his family to support her beau after he won the U.S. Open. The actress posted a photo on Instagram of the two walking on the golf course, with the caption referring to Koepka's caddy, Ricky Elliott:

So much gratitude, so deserved. Back to back, baby! Congratulations, Brooks and Rick!

July 2019: Brooks and Jena attend the ESPY Awards

The couple attended ESPN's ESPY Official Pre-Party at Hotel Figueroa on 9 July 2019 in Los Angeles, California, before attending the ESPY Awards 2019. Koepka won the award for Best Male Golfer that night. He was nominated for Male Athlete of the Year alongside Patrick Mahomes and Mookie Betts.

May 2020: The couple celebrated three years together

Brooks and Jena celebrated three years of dating in May 2020. The actress commemorated the anniversary by sharing a heartfelt post on Instagram with photos of their moments and the caption:

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Celebrating 3 years (and some change).

February 2021: Appeared in Michelob Ultra Super Bowl commercial

Brooks Koepka share a kiss with Jena Sims behind the Wanamaker Trophy
Brooks Koepka poses with Jena Sims and the Wanamaker Trophy during the Trophy Presentation Ceremony after winning the final round of the 2019 PGA Championship. Photo: Ross Kinnaird
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Koepka and Sims appeared in a Michelob Ultra Super Bowl commercial on 6 February 2021. The famous American filmmaker Spike Lee directed the commercial that showed the couple relaxed, enjoying the beer.

Jena posed a photo of the two eating and sharing pizza. She thanked Michelob Ultra for the opportunity with the caption:

Thank you, @michelobultra, for including a little slice of our life in your Super Bowl commercial. Spike Lee was a dream to work with... and I guess you too @bkoepka.

March 2021: The ocean side engagement

Brooks Koepka proposed to Jena Sims on 3 March 2021 at Jupita, Florida, seaside. Sims made the announcement on April Fool's Day 2021 when she posted on Instagram. She captioned a picture of the two:

Forever is no joke.

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The American actress shared more details the next day on her Instagram Story, stating:

I was surprised. I knew it was coming, just not on that day at that exact moment.

May to June 2022: Koepka and Sims elope and get married

Brooks Koepka shares a kiss with Jena Sims at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims attends Victoria's Secret Fashion Show at Duggal Greenhouse at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Brooklyn, New York on October 15, 2024. Photo: Kena Betancur
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Pro golfer Brooks Koepka and the Sports Illustrated model Jena Sims officiated their marriage by legally eloping in a small ceremony in a courthouse in Palm Beach on 31 May 2022. A few days later, on 4 June, they had a destination wedding in Turks and Caicos.

The couple hosted a luxurious welcome dinner for some guests on 1 June 2022. Sims posted on Instagram alongside photos of the day with the caption:

We hosted a small welcome dinner on Wednesday for family, bridal party, and friends who are like family. It was magic.

May 2023: Sims announced they were expecting

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The American model took to social media to announce they were expecting their first child on Koepka's 33rd birthday. She posted a photo of the two, with Sims showing her baby bump and Koepka holding a series of ultrasound photos with the caption:

Happiest birthday, the best is yet to come.

Jena later revealed they were expecting a boy on Mother's Day 2023. She posted a cute photo of herself with her husband in their kitchen, enjoying doughnuts, captioning the photo in part:

I cannot wait to become a boy mum.

July 2023: The couple welcomed their first child

Brooks Koepka gestures alongside his wife, Jena Sims, and their son
Brooks Koepka gestures alongside his wife, Jena Sims, and their son, Crew Sims Koepka, during the Par Three Contest prior to the 2025 Masters Tournament. Photo: Michael Reaves
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A year after their destination wedding, Koepka and his wife, Sims, welcomed their first child, a son named Crew Sims Koepka. According to People, the baby arrived six weeks early and two days before the actress's baby shower. She posted a photo of herself holding the baby on Instagram with the caption:

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Crew Sims Koepka was ready for the world because he decided to break my water just 2 minutes after Brooks walked inside the house from the gym on Thursday, 27 July at 5:50 pm. 6 weeks ahead of my due date.

2023 to 2025: Continued support for each other

Since 2023, Brooks Koepka and Jena Sims have balanced their careers while raising their young family. They have graced several Sports Illustrated Swimsuit events as a couple.

On the pro front, Brooks has remained active on tour and celebrated a notable LIV Golf victory in May 2024, sharing the moment with Jena and Crew on social media.

FAQs

  1. Who is Brooks Koepka? He is a professional golfer from the United States.
  2. Who is Jena Sims? She is an American actress, model, and philanthropist best known as Brooks Koepka's wife.
  3. What is Jena Sims famous for? She is renowned for her roles in Sharknado 5: Global Swarming, 3-Headed Shark Attack, and Attack of the 50 Foot Cheerleader. She also won the 2007 Miss Georgia Teen USA.
  4. When did Jena Sims get married? She legally eloped on 31 May 2022 before getting married in a destination wedding on 4 June 2022.
  5. Are Brooks and Jena still together? The pro golfer and the actress are still together.
  6. How did Brooks Koepka meet Jena Sims? They first met physically at Hole 7 at the 2015 Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia.
  7. Does Brooks Koepka have any children? The American sports personality and his wife have a son named Crew Sims Koepka.

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