Ken Griffey Jr. isn’t just a baseball icon anymore… he’s making waves in a whole new field: professional photography. The MLB Hall of Famer, known for his legendary career with the Seattle Mariners and one of the sweetest swings in baseball history, recently showcased his hidden talent behind the camera at one of golf’s most prestigious events.
This week, Griffey traded his bat for a camera lens as he took on a new role at Augusta National Golf Club… not as a fan, but as a credentialed photographer. While thousands flock to the Masters hoping for a glimpse of golf’s elite, Griffey Jr. was there with a purpose: to capture the magic through his own artistic lens.
Photography isn’t just a passing hobby for Griffey. It’s a passion that grew from a personal place… spending more meaningful time with his children. He shared the story during an appearance on Mornings @ The Masters, reflecting on how his journey into photography began.
“I was still playing, and I remember watching my daughter when she was just five,” Griffey said. “She stopped dribbling the basketball and stared at me. That was the moment I realized I needed to be more present. And photographers? Nobody bothers them. So I thought, ‘Why not me?’”
With his camera in hand, Griffey Jr. has been capturing unforgettable moments ever since… this time, from the fairways and greens of Augusta instead of the outfields of Major League Baseball.
From Hall of Fame home runs to high-end photoshoots, Ken Griffey Jr. continues to evolve, proving greatness doesn’t stop after retirement… it just finds a new focus.
