Get to Know Jaz Elle Agassi - Tennis Stars Andre Agassi & Steffi Graf's Daughter
Jaz Elle Agassi is the daughter of the famous American retired professional tennis player Andre Agassi and his wife, the German former tennis player Steffi Graf. She was born to the transnational couple on October 3, 2003, in Valley Hospital Medical Center, Las Vegas, Nevada.
The name 'Jaz' is a unisex name borrowed from American origin meaning 'fragrant flower' whereas 'Elle' is a feminine name derived from French origin and carrying the meaning 'she'. Here are a few lesser known facts about her:
How Much Are Her Parents' Worth?
Jaz comes from a wealthy couple of tennis players who have made millions from their success in the sport. Her father, Andre, holds a massive net worth of $175 million from his tennis career. He holds the record of winning 17, the most Tennis masters titles.
Talking about Steffi, she has accumulated a thrilling fortune of $30 million from her tennis career. She has won 107 singles titles throughout her professional career.
Happily Married Parents
Jaz Elle Agassi's parents are tied in the marital relationship for two decades now. They walked down the aisle on October 22, 2001, in a private wedding ceremony with only their mothers attending it.
It took several years for Andre to finally win Graf's heart as he tried a lot in the past. He tried sending letters and even won the 1999 French Open Men's Single so that he could dance with his crush. Despite his victory, he didn't get to dance with Steffi as it was canceled. Nevertheless, he somehow got the chance to take her out for dinner twice after which their love story began.
The off-court power couple are the proud parents of two children from their 19 years of marriage. The duo is living a very prosperous family life together.
Father's Ex-Wife
Before Andre and Steffi's marriage, Agassi was previously married and divorced. He was formerly married to American actress Brooke Shields from 1997 to 1999. Their first encounter happened way back in 1993 and they dated for a couple of years before walking down the aisle.
Though they were married for nearly two years, they didn't share any child together.
After their separation, Shields married screenwriter Chris Henchy and has two kids: Rowan Francis Henchy and Grier Hammond Henchy whereas Agassi married Steffi. Interesting thing is that both of the estranged couple's marriages with other partners took place in 2001.
Elder Brother - Jaden Gil Agassi
Jaden Gil Agassi Jaz's elder brother born on October 26, 2001. Unlike their parents, Jaden is not a tennis player but is now trying to pursue his career in baseball.
He is currently playing for Las Vegas Recruits Baseball as a pitcher and third baseman (3B) in the class of 2020.
Parents Hold Many Records in Tennis
Jaz's parents who had an immensely successful career in tennis also hold special records in the sport. Yes, Andre and Steffi are the first two players in the history of Tennis who have won all major singles titles along with an Olympic gold medal.
Not only that, but her father was also the only Tennis player in 2004 to hold the most Tennis Masters titles, 17 to be exact.
Andre's 17 masters titles stayed as it was for more then 11 years but is now broken by three other players.
Her mother Graf, in the same way, is the only player to capture four majors singles win twice in two different decades.
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