Few people have had the impact on the game of golf that Arnold Palmer has. His meld of sporting skill and humble celebrity bridged the gap between an elite, upper-class pastime and a television-worthy sport, and made country club style and manner accessible to middle and working class Americans.
Arnold Palmer is the type of man that every other man hopes to be: good looking, modest, willing to take risks and accept responsibility for determining his own outcome. He is a model of style and grace, and clearly capable of accomplishing amazing feats under immense pressure. Most of all, he has been able to succeed at the highest level, and always have fun doing it.
Let's raise our glasses and toast the King!
