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April 9, 2015 - Augusta, GA, USA - Arnold Palmer, left, hugs Jack Nicklaus, right, at the first tee box on Thursday, April 9, 2015 in Augusta, Ga. The two along with Gary Player were honorary starters of the 2015 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Masters begins - ZUMAm67_

ARNOLD PALMER (Sept. 10, 1929 - Sept. 25, 2016) was an American professional golfer, who is generally regarded as one of the greatest players in professional golf history. He won numerous events on both the PGA Golf Herren Tour and Champions Tour, dating back to 1955. Nicknamed The King , he was one of golf s most popular stars and its most important trailblazer, because he was the first superstar of the s television age, which began in the 1950s. PICTURED: March 15, 2005 - Orlando, Florida, U.S. - ARNOLD PALMER hits a shot while playing in the Pro-Am portion of the Bay Hill Invitational tournament. Arnold Palmer 1929-2016 American Professional Golfer - ZUMAm67_

ARNOLD PALMER (Sept. 10, 1929 - Sept. 25, 2016) was an American professional golfer, who is generally regarded as one of the greatest players in professional golf history. He won numerous events on both the PGA Golf Herren Tour and Champions Tour, dating back to 1955. Nicknamed The King , he was one of golf s most popular stars and its most important trailblazer, because he was the first superstar of the s television age, which began in the 1950s. PICTURED: March 1, 2005 - La Quinta, California, U.S. - Retired pro golfer ARNOLD PALMER opened Palm Springs newest club in La Quinta yesterday. Palmer, whose company designed the golf course, has wintered in La Quinta for most of his career. After the opening, Arnie held a golf clinic and then played the first nine holes. Arnold Palmer 1929-2016 American Professional Golfer - ZUMAr81_

ARNOLD PALMER (Sept. 10, 1929 - Sept. 25, 2016) was an American professional golfer, who is generally regarded as one of the greatest players in professional golf history. He won numerous events on both the PGA Golf Herren Tour and Champions Tour, dating back to 1955. Nicknamed The King , he was one of golf s most popular stars and its most important trailblazer, because he was the first superstar of the s television age, which began in the 1950s. PICTURED: June 23, 2004 - Washington, District of Columbia, U.S. - President GEORGE W. BUSH, left, gets a golfing tip from ARNOLD PALMER during the Presidential Medal of Freedom Award Ceremony. Arnold Palmer 1929-2016 American Professional Golfer - ZUMAp138

ARNOLD PALMER (Sept. 10, 1929 - Sept. 25, 2016) was an American professional golfer, who is generally regarded as one of the greatest players in professional golf history. He won numerous events on both the PGA Golf Herren Tour and Champions Tour, dating back to 1955. Nicknamed The King , he was one of golf s most popular stars and its most important trailblazer, because he was the first superstar of the s television age, which began in the 1950s. PICTURED: Feb. 18, 1999 - Lutz, Florida, U.S. - ARNOLD PALMER during the GTE Classic golf tournament, Thursday Pro-Am. Arnold Palmer 1929-2016 American Professional Golfer - ZUMAs70_

ARNOLD PALMER (Sept. 10, 1929 - Sept. 25, 2016) was an American professional golfer, who is generally regarded as one of the greatest players in professional golf history. He won numerous events on both the PGA Golf Herren Tour and Champions Tour, dating back to 1955. Nicknamed The King , he was one of golf s most popular stars and its most important trailblazer, because he was the first superstar of the s television age, which began in the 1950s. PICTURED: March 11, 1997 - Sarasota, Florida, U.S. - ARNOLD PALMER, making his first appearance after prostrate surgery, gave a golfing clinic at Legacy Golf Club. He demonstrated his swing with various clubs and the audience asked him questions about his game, his surgery and his life. Arnold Palmer 1929-2016 American Professional Golfer - ZUMAs70_

ARNOLD PALMER (Sept. 10, 1929 - Sept. 25, 2016) was an American professional golfer, who is generally regarded as one of the greatest players in professional golf history. He won numerous events on both the PGA Golf Herren Tour and Champions Tour, dating back to 1955. Nicknamed The King , he was one of golf s most popular stars and its most important trailblazer, because he was the first superstar of the s television age, which began in the 1950s. PICTURED: Sep 05, 1986 - Potomac, Maryland, U.S. - World champion golfer ARNOLD PALMER poses on green of hole after hitting two holes in one. Arnold Palmer 1929-2016 American Professional Golfer - ZUMAg47_