What Happened to Elin Nordegren?
Elin Nordegren, the Swedish former model and ex-wife of golf legend Tiger Woods, has successfully transitioned from a highly public divorce to a private, family-focused life as a registered mental health counselor in Florida. She is a mother of six in a blended family and maintains an amicable co-parenting relationship with Woods.
Quick Answer
Elin Nordegren currently lives a private, family-centered life in North Palm Beach, Florida, where she works as a registered mental health counselor and runs her clinic. After her high-profile divorce from Tiger Woods in 2010, she pursued a psychology degree, graduating with top honors in 2014. She is in a long-term relationship with former NFL player Jordan Cameron, with whom she has three children, and is a stepmother to his son, creating a blended family of six children. Nordegren and Woods maintain a friendly co-parenting relationship, often seen together supporting their children's athletic endeavors.
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Born in Stockholm, Sweden
Elin Maria Pernilla Nordegren is born in Stockholm, Sweden.
Meets Tiger Woods
Elin Nordegren meets professional golfer Tiger Woods while working as a nanny for fellow Swedish golfer Jesper Parnevik.
Marries Tiger Woods
Elin Nordegren marries Tiger Woods in a high-profile ceremony in Barbados.
Daughter Sam Alexis Woods born
Elin and Tiger welcome their first child, daughter Sam Alexis Woods.
Son Charlie Axel Woods born
Elin and Tiger welcome their second child, son Charlie Axel Woods.
Tiger Woods infidelity scandal breaks
A car crash involving Tiger Woods leads to the public revelation of his multiple extramarital affairs, sparking a major scandal.
Divorce from Tiger Woods finalized
Elin Nordegren and Tiger Woods finalize their divorce, with Nordegren reportedly receiving a settlement of $100-110 million.
Graduates from Rollins College
Elin Nordegren graduates with a degree in psychology from Rollins College, receiving the outstanding senior award and giving the commencement speech.
Begins dating Jordan Cameron
Elin Nordegren starts a relationship with former NFL player Jordan Cameron.
Son Arthur Nordegren Cameron born
Elin gives birth to her first child with Jordan Cameron, a son named Arthur (initially Filip).
Daughter Zeta Cameron born
Elin and Jordan welcome their second child together, a daughter named Zeta.
Daughter Freya Cameron born
Elin and Jordan welcome their third child together, a daughter named Freya.
Seen with Tiger Woods at PNC Championship
Elin Nordegren is seen with Tiger Woods and their children, Sam and Charlie, at the PNC Championship, showcasing their amicable co-parenting.
Attends Charlie's high school golf ceremony with Tiger
Elin Nordegren reunites with Tiger Woods at their son Charlie's high school championship ring ceremony in Florida.
Reported as active mental health counselor
Reports confirm Elin Nordegren is living a quiet, family-focused life in North Palm Beach, Florida, working as a registered mental health counselor and running her clinic.
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🔍Deep Dive Analysis
Elin Nordegren, born on January 1, 1980, in Stockholm, Sweden, first gained international prominence through her marriage to golf superstar Tiger Woods. Their relationship began in 2001 when Nordegren was working as a nanny for Swedish golfer Jesper Parnevik. They married in 2004 and had two children, daughter Sam Alexis (born 2007) and son Charlie Axel (born 2009).
The marriage publicly unraveled in late 2009 following Woods' highly publicized infidelity scandal, which began with a car crash near their Florida home. The revelations of multiple extramarital affairs led to their divorce, which was finalized in August 2010. Nordegren reportedly received a substantial divorce settlement, estimated to be between $100 million and $110 million.
Following the divorce, Nordegren largely retreated from the public eye, prioritizing her privacy and the well-being of her children. A key turning point in her post-divorce life was her commitment to education. She enrolled at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, and graduated with a degree in psychology in May 2014, earning the outstanding senior award and delivering the commencement speech. She later pursued a career as a mental health counselor, becoming a registered mental health counselor intern in Florida and establishing her private therapy practice, EN Therapy, LLC.
Nordegren found love again with former NFL player Jordan Cameron, whom she began dating in 2017. Together, they have three children: Arthur (born 2019), Zeta (born 2021/2022), and Freya (born 2024). She is also a stepmother to Cameron's son, Tristan, from a previous relationship, creating a blended family of six children. As of August 2026, Elin Nordegren continues to live a quiet, family-focused life in North Palm Beach, Florida, dedicated to her children and her career as a mental health counselor.
Despite the tumultuous end to their marriage, Elin Nordegren and Tiger Woods have fostered an amicable co-parenting relationship for their children, Sam and Charlie. They are frequently seen together at their children's sporting events, demonstrating a united front. For instance, they were seen together in December 2024 at the PNC Championship and again in February 2026 at Charlie's high school championship ring ceremony. Nordegren's focus remains on her family and her professional work, maintaining a lifestyle that is far removed from the intense media scrutiny she once experienced.
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