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Harris English of the United States poseswith the trophy and his wife, Helen Marie Bowers, after winning the Travelers Championship in the eighth playoff hole over Kramer Hickok of the United States , at TPC River Highlands on June 27, 2021.
Helen Bowers has been by Harris English’s side through college, career triumphs, and personal milestones. Though she largely stays out of the spotlight, her story is one of quiet impact and shared ambition. From her professional pursuits to their life together off the course, Helen plays a meaningful role in both his personal and professional world.
Here are five fast facts you need to know about the woman behind the four-time PGA Tour winner.
1. A Georgia-Born University of Georgia Alumna
Bowers hails from Greenwich, Connecticut, but her collegiate years took her to the University of Georgia, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. There she crossed paths with English, who graduated in 2011 after playing on the Bulldogs’ golf team.
Their overlapping time in Athens, Georgia, laid the foundation for their relationship. Both shared passions for college sports and education, and their bond, sparked during those years, eventually led to marriage.
2. Married at an Exclusive Sea Island Ceremony
Bowers and English said “I do” on February 11, 2017, in an intimate ceremony at the prestigious Ocean Forest Golf Club in Sea Island, Georgia. The event reportedly included a welcoming reception, a bridesmaids’ luncheon, rehearsal dinner, and after-party across multiple Sea Island venues.
They chose to keep the day private, inviting only close family and friends. Since then, they’ve made their home in Sea Island, Georgia, near the course where they celebrated their union.
3. Career in Real Estate and Entrepreneurial Interests
While Bowers maintains a low profile, public records and social media posts suggest she worked in real estate, including associations with Sotheby’s on St. Simons Island—likely following her 2014 degree.
Lately, she’s also been mentioned in contexts of interior design, fitness, and philanthropy, especially around youth education in Georgia. This points to a multifaceted, entrepreneurial-minded individual balancing private ventures and community involvement.
4. Private Yet Supportive Tour Partner
GettyHarris English of the United States poses with the trophy and his wife, Helen Marie Bowers, after defeating Joaquin Niemann of Chile , in a playoff during the final round of the Sentry Tournament Of Champions at the Kapalua Plantation Course on January 10, 2021.
Although she keeps her personal life mostly off social media, Bowers is a familiar face at PGA Tour events, quietly supporting English from the sidelines. Her presence during his comeback, including his 2021 Sentry Tournament of Champions win, was lauded by fans and commentators alike.
English himself has expressed gratitude toward her publicly, calling her support “tremendous” after key victories.
5. Growing Together
GettyHarris English of the United States wife, Helen Marie Bowers, holds their daughter, Emilia, during the Par Three Contest prior to the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 10.
For nearly eight years, Bowers and English have cultivated a life rooted in Sea Island’s community. They’ve navigated the professional highs and lows together, including English’s recovery from injury and climb back into the winner’s circle.
Their first child, daughter Emilia, arrived in July 2023, marking a new chapter in their family life. Bowers continues to manage the demands of motherhood and tour life, maintaining their family’s privacy while being a steady influence in English’s personal and professional world.
Alyssa Polczynski Alyssa Polczynski is a multimedia journalist covering Major League Baseball for Heavy.com. She has experience as an editorial producer for MLB.com and contributed to the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR). More about Alyssa Polczynski
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