Golf Legend Arnold Palmer Dead at 87

Arnold Palmer reacts after his ceremonial tee shot before the first round of the Masters golf tournament Thursday, April 7, 2011, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Chris O’Meara)

PITTSBURGH, PA (KABC) — Arnold Palmer, considered one of the greatest golfers ever, has died at age 87, according to the U.S. Golf Association.

In a professional career that started in 1955, Palmer had one of the greatest track records in the history of the sport, recording 62 PGA Tour wins and seven major championships.

“We are deeply saddened by the death of Arnold Palmer, golf’s greatest ambassador, at age 87,” the USGA tweeted.

We are deeply saddened by the death of Arnold Palmer, golf’s greatest ambassador, at age 87. pic.twitter.com/iQmGtseNN1

— USGA (@USGA) September 26, 2016

Palmer died in Pittsburgh, Penn. He is survived by his wife, two daughters and six grandchildren.

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