Arnold Palmer, the 'King of Golf,' dead at 87

Arnold Palmer, one of golf's greatest players whose immense popularity drew a legion of fans known as "Arnie's Army" and helped propel the game just as television was coming of age, died on Sunday at the age of 87, the U.S. Golf Association and golf media reported.

"We are deeply saddened by the death of Arnold Palmer, golf's greatest ambassador, at age 87," the USGA said on Twitter.

Palmer had 62 career wins on the PGA Tour, which is fifth all-time. He also won seven majors, including four Masters, which is tied for second all-time with Tiger Woods, behind Jack Nicklaus' six. 

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Arnold Palmer, the 'King of Golf,' dead at 87