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What is Age and Net Worth 2023 of Lee Trevino? Bio | Wife and Children

What is Age and Net Worth 2023 of Lee Trevino? Bio | Wife and Children

An American retired professional golfer, Lee Buck Trevino is famous for being one of the most prominent players in golf history. He has been honored with 6 Major championships and 29 PGA Tour events throughout his career including the World Golf Hall of Fame (1981), Arnold Palmer Award (1990 and 1992), Rookie of the Year (1990), Byron Nelson Award (1990, 1991, 1992), and Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year (1971).

Early Life of Lee Trevino

Lee Trevino came to this beautiful world on December 1, 1939, in Garland, Texas, United States of America. In 2023, he turned 84 years and his zodiac sign is Sagittarius. Usually, he blows off the candle on the 1st of December.

Lee’s mother’s name was Juanita Trevino and his father’s name was Joseph Trevino. He grew up with his other two sisters. His grandfather’s name was Joe Trevino.  By profession, his grandfather was a gravedigger.

He holds American citizenship and belongs to a Mexican ethnic background. He follows Christianity as a religion.

Lee Trevino’s Current Wife, Claudia Trevino

Lee has married thrice in his life. As of now, he is living a happy and luxurious life with his third wife, Claudia Trevino. Lee and Claudia tied their wedding knot in 1983. They are together for four decades and are still hoping for more to go. They are blessed with two children, one son, and one daughter. Lee and Claudia’s children’s names are Daniel Trevino and Olivia Trevino.

Lee Trevino with his lovely wife Claudia Trevino
Caption: Lee and his lovely wife Claudia Trevino (Photo: Playerswiki)

Lee Trevino and Linda Trevino aren’t Together

Lee tied the wedding knot to Linda Trevino. The couple exchanged their wedding rings in 1962 but their relationship didn’t last long. Lee and Linda divorced in the year 1963. Lee’s wife Linda was pregnant with his first child when she just graduated high school.

Linda became the mother of a son named Ricky Trevino. After getting a divorce from Linda, Trevino then married Claudia Fenley. Lee’s wife, Linda, was pregnant with his first child when he just graduated high school. Ricky Trevino is the name of her first child.

Lee Trevino with his ex-wife
Caption: Lee Trevino and his ex-wife (Photo: Pro Golf Now)

After getting divorced from Linda, Lee married Claudia Fenley. They exchanged their wedding vows in 1964. Lee and Claudia had three children. Their children’s names are Tony Trevino, Lesley Trevino, and Troy Trevino.17 years and divorced in 1982.

Lee Trevino, Father of Six Children

Lee is the father of six children. He has married thrice in his life. From his first marriage, he became the father of one child named Ricky Trevino. As of now, he is a teaching pro in Florida. He became the father of three children from his second marriage. His children’s names from his second wife are Tony Trevino, Lesley Trevino, and Troy Trevino.

Lee Trevino with his children
Caption: Lee Trevino with his children (Photo: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital)

His daughter Lesley died of a heart attack in 2002 when she was 36. Likewise, his current wife also has two children. His first child was born in 1995. Her name is Olivia Trevino. Four years later, the couple welcomed their second child in 1999 named Danielle Trevino.

Professional Career of Lee Trevino

  • Lee is a retired professional golfer.
  • He started playing golf at the age of 5 in the cotton field.
  • Then, he played at age 15 when he shot a 77 in a junior tournament’s first full round.
Lee Trevino playing golf
Caption: Lee playing golf (Photo: El Paso Inc.)
  • Similarly, Lee won the tournament in 1968 and 1971 and the British Open (Open Championship) in 1971 and 1972.
  • He won 6 Major championships and 29 PGA Tour events throughout his career including the World Golf Hall of Fame (1981), Arnold Palmer Award (1990 and 1992), Rookie of the Year (1990), Byron Nelson Award (1990, 1991, 1992), and Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year (1971).

FAQs of Lee Trevino

What are the names of Lee Trevino’s wives?

Lee has married thrice in his life. His wives’ names are Linda Trevino, Claudia Fenley, and Claudia Trevino.

Where does Lee Trevino live now?

Currently, Lee lives in Dallas.

How much is Lee Trevino’s net worth?

Lee Trevino’s net worth is around $50 million.

Is Lee Trevino retired?

Yes, Lee retired from his golf career in the year 1985.

How many times was Lee Trevino struck by lightning?

Lee has been stuck three times by lightning while playing golf.