Erica Stoll, an American sports administrator and former PGA of America manager, is best known as the wife of professional golfer Rory McIlroy. Born in Rochester, New York, she worked for the PGA of America before stepping back from public life. The couple married in 2017, welcomed a daughter in 2020, briefly faced a divorce filing in 2024, and reconciled within weeks. She is 39 years old as of 2026.
Profile Summary and Early Life
Erica Stoll was born on 10 September 1987 in Rochester, New York, making her 39 years old as of 2026. Her zodiac sign is Virgo. She is American, of White ethnicity, and currently resides in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, with her family. Her parents are Mark and Bonnie Stoll, and she has a sister named Natalie Stoll. Erica learned sailing from her father and grandfather and continues to enjoy it, and she also learned baking at a young age.
She attended Irondequoit High School and later studied at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Her height is 5 ft 7 in (170 cm), and she weighs approximately 125 lb (56 kg). Her body measurements are 32-27-35 in (81-68-89 cm), with blonde hair and brown eyes.
Career at the PGA of America
Erica Stoll built her career in sports administration. She was employed by the PGA of America in 2011, serving as the Manager of Championship Volunteer Operations for several years. She has since left that role and has not held a public-facing professional position since. There is no officially confirmed figure for her personal net worth, though some sources estimate it at around $500,000 to $1 million, based on her former career. In contrast, multiple 2026 reports estimate Rory McIlroy's net worth at between $250 million and $440 million, driven by PGA Tour prize money, major championship winnings including the 2026 Masters, endorsement deals with Nike and TaylorMade, and investments. Forbes reported he earned $83 million in 2024 alone.
Erica maintains a very private lifestyle and has no verified public Instagram account. Several accounts bearing her name exist on the platform, but none has been confirmed as belonging to her. Her preference for privacy is consistent with her rare media appearances.
Meeting Rory McIlroy and Marriage
Erica Stoll and Rory McIlroy first met in 2012 at a BMW Championship in Medinah, Illinois, USA. At the time, she was an employee of the PGA of America and was in charge of operations at the 2012 Ryder Cup first tee. She helped McIlroy arrive on time for his tee time after he missed his alarm. The two began dating shortly afterwards and became engaged while on holiday in Paris.
McIlroy and Stoll married on 12 April 2017 at Ashford Castle Hotel in Cong, Co. Mayo, Ireland. The event was invite-only, with guests including Niall Horan, Martin Kaymer, Shane Lowry, Ryan Giggs, and Stevie Wonder. The couple hired an anti-drone company to keep details private, so wedding pictures are not publicly available. Before meeting Erica, McIlroy was engaged to Danish tennis player Caroline Wozniacki. The couple dated for about three years before their engagement in December 2013, but they called it quits after sending out wedding invitations and never married. Erica Stoll is McIlroy's first and only wife.
Divorce Filing and Reconciliation
In May 2024, McIlroy filed for divorce from Erica Stoll in a Florida court, citing that their seven-year marriage was "irretrievably broken." The filing prompted widespread media coverage. Just weeks later, McIlroy withdrew the petition. He publicly stated via ESPN: "Over the past weeks, Erica and I have realised that our best future was as a family together. Thankfully, we have resolved our differences and look forward to a new beginning."
The reconciliation came ahead of the 2024 US Open. Erica was later seen supporting McIlroy at the 2026 Masters, where the couple shared a long embrace after he won the title. McIlroy later credited his family as a source of motivation in his long pursuit of a Masters title. Reports described Erica as having reached a personal breaking point, but no specific reason was publicly confirmed by either party. Both chose to focus on their family following the reconciliation.
Family and Latest News
McIlroy and Stoll have one daughter, Poppy Kennedy McIlroy, born on 31 August 2020, who is 6 years old as of 2026. Erica Stoll was at Augusta National in 2026 to watch her husband win the 2026 Masters, with the couple photographed sharing a long, emotional embrace on the 18th green. There are no credible reports of Erica suffering from any illness, and no health concerns have been confirmed by her or her representatives as of 2026.
Erica Stoll maintains a quiet, private life away from golf's intense spotlight. Despite navigating high-profile headlines, including brief marital turbulence and celebratory major championship victories, she remains a steady anchor for her family. Ultimately, her quiet resilience defines her role just as much as her famous marriage.
