Kultida Woods, who was from Thailand, met Tiger's father, Earl, during the Vietnam War. They moved to New York and married in 1969 before settling in California. The 15-time major winner's father died in 2006. The two were married for 37 years.

The Genesis Invitational is a special competition, which arouses the interest of golfers as well as the public. Tiger Woods was supposed to perform at this year's tournament, however, the death of his mother was the reason for the 48-year-old to miss this tournament.

A frequent presence in her son’s public life, she stood by his side during a period of scandal that took him away from golf.