Who are the parents of Rory McIlroy?

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Who are Rory McIlroy's Parents?
McIlroy with his parents (Source: Instagram/@rorymcilroy)

Rory McIlroy is a professional golfer from Northern Ireland. The European Tour and the PGA Tour member is a former world number one in the Official World Golf Ranking. McIlroy, the three-time FedEx Cup winner, was named the PGA Tour Player of the Year three times (2012, 2013–14, 2018–19). He is a four-time major champion, having won the US Open (2011), PGA Championship (2012 & 2014), and the Open Championship (2014). McIlroy held the top spot in the World Amateur Golf Ranking in 2007.

The three-time European Tour Golfer of the Year (2012, 2014, 2015) became the youngest player ever to reach €10 million in career earnings on the European Tour when he was 22 in 2011. McIlroy became the youngest player to reach $10 million in career earnings on the PGA Tour the following year. The RTÉ Sports Person of the Year (2011, 2014) won four Vardon Trophies (2012, 2014, 2019, 2022) and Byron Nelson Awards (2012, 2013–14, 2018–19, 2021–22).

Who are Rory McIlroy's parents?

Rory McIlroy was born to his parents, Gerry and Rosaleen McIlroy, on May 4, 1989, in Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland.

Who is Rory McIlroy's mother?

Rosie McIlroy, 64 years of age as of January 2025, hails from Lurgan, Co Armagh, Northern Ireland, as per Belfast Live. She grew up in Taghnevan before moving to Belfast, where she met her husband, Gerry McIlroy (via People). She was also known by her maiden name Rosaleen McDonald before her marriage.

As reported by ESPN, Rosie worked overnight shifts at the 3M factory to help her family and contribute to Rory's golf career. Rory thanked his mother for her unwavering support throughout the years by sharing a picture with her on Mother's Day in 2020 on Instagram (@rorymcilroy).

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Who is Rory McIlroy's father?

Gerry McIlroy, recognizing Rory's potential, introduced him to mentor Michael Bannon and caddied for him until he was 17, as per People.com.

Gerry McIlroy, 65 years of age as of January 2025, hails from Holywood, Co Down, Northern Ireland. He grew up in public housing close to Hollywood Golf Club, where he refined his golf skills and, in the long run, accomplished a scratch handicap level.

Gerry worked tirelessly to help Rory's career, according to Heavy.com. He held multiple jobs, including bartending at Holywood Golf Club during the day and at a sports club in the nights. Moreover, he cleaned up locker rooms at a rugby and cricket club in the mornings while keeping up with his bartending shifts.

What nationality are Rory McIlroy's parents?

Gerry and Rosaleen McIlroy are citizens of Northern Ireland.

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FAQs on Rory McIlroy's parents

A. Rory McIlroy's father was a bartender and his mother worked in a factory, as per Heavy.com.

A. Rory McIlroy is the only child of his parents, based on PGA Championship. 

A. Rory McIlroy's wife is Erica Stoll.

A. Rory McIlroy is catholic, as per SportsJoe.ie. 

A. Rory McIlroy lives in Jupiter, Florida, U.S.

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