Inside Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll's Love Story
Rory McIlroy, a renowned golfer, has been married to Erica Stoll since 2017. They have a daughter named Poppy and live a relatively private life.
McIlroy won the coveted Masters Tournament in 2025 and defended his title in 2026. His achievements are supported by his wife Erica and their family.
Erica's Background
Born in Irondequoit, New York in 1988, Erica graduated from West Irondequoit High School in 2003. Unlike Rory, who is from Northern Ireland, she is American.
Their Meeting and Relationship
Rory and Erica met during the 2012 Ryder Cup when she assisted him after he nearly missed his tee time. Prior to marrying Erica, Rory was engaged to Caroline Wozniacki from 2013 to 2014.
Rory appreciates that they were friends before becoming romantically involved, valuing her for maintaining a normal life despite his fame.
Challenges Faced
In 2016, a verbal altercation occurred with an American fan at the Ryder Cup. Rory addressed the incident, mentioning how it affected Erica because of her American nationality.
The Wedding
The couple married in April 2017 at Ashford Castle in Ireland. The event included guests like Niall Horan, Ed Sheeran, U2 members, and Chris Martin. Stevie Wonder and Ed Sheeran performed at the reception.