What We Know About Dustin Johnson's Troubled Past

Unfortunately, Dustin Johnson's troubles didn't end with his teenage years. In 2009, he was charged with a DUI and arrested with a blood alcohol level of .19, per WMBF News. At the time, the golfer issued a statement apologizing for his actions. "I made an error in judgment that I deeply regret," he said, via WMBF News. "I have let myself down and others who support me. I am handling the matter privately, and rest assured, I will definitely learn from my mistake."

Along with alcohol problems, Johnson struggled with drugs early on in his career, per Sportscasting. He was suspended by the PGA multiple times for marijuana and cocaine use. In 2009, 2012, and 2014, he failed mandatory drug tests, which prevented him from participating in PGA Tours. Following the 2014 suspension, he took a "leave of absence," but his story doesn't stop at substance abuse. Radar Online reported that Johnson was linked to fellow golfer Will MacKenzie's then-wife Alli Mackenzie in 2014, and the two sparked infidelity rumors after they were spotted flirting in a supermarket. In fact, ever since Johnson's engagement to Paulina Gretzky in 2013, the two have weathered plenty of alleged cheating scandals. In 2018, Johnson was once again accused of cheating on Gretzky, per TMZ. As of this writing, Johnson and Gretzky seem happier than ever, and are currently planning for their wedding in Tennessee, according to Golf Week.