Paige Spiranac resolves brief feud with 'Happy Days' icon Scott Baio: 'What a world'

WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO: In a surprising turn of events, golf influencer Paige Spiranac found herself embroiled in a brief online disagreement with actor Scott Baio, best known for his role as Chachi on the classic sitcom 'Happy Days'.

The dispute originated from a now-deleted social media post by Baio, responding to a video of a woman at a driving range wearing tight clothing. Baio claimed he was told the woman was Spiranac and that the original poster intended to 'drag' his golfer daughter Bailey.

Paige Spiranac and Scott Baio's social media feud resolved

A social media spat between golf influencer Paige Spiranac and actor Scott Baio recently unfolded over a now-deleted post on X (formerly Twitter). Baio, assuming the woman in the video was Spiranac, believed the original poster intended to criticize his golfer daughter Bailey. Spiranac, surprised by the unexpected feud, shared Baio's deleted tweet, expressing her disbelief at having a dispute with him.

She wrote, "Add Scott Baio to the list of people I never thought I would have beef with. What a world.”

Baio swiftly apologized, clarifying the situation, and prompting Spiranac to declare an end to the disagreement. He wrote, "My apologies. Someone posted a video saying it was you and attempted to drag my minor daughter (a junior golfer) and I defended myself. I apologize as I don’t know you or the other woman from the video. I have no problem admitting when I am wrong."

According to Spiranac, this was enough to settle the beef between the two. He posted: "Update the beef with Scott Baio has ended. I’m sure you were all on the edge of your seat.”

In addition, she offered to give Baio's daughter any tips she had regarding the golf course or college recruiting. 

“I appreciate your apology. I understand how protective you must feel of your daughter,” Spiranac wrote. “I played junior golf at a high level, in college and pro for a little. If your daughter ever needs any golf advice let me know! I learned a lot throughout my golf career especially during the recruiting process for college. Always happy to help!”

Paige Spiranac balances golf tips and online Stardom amidst controversy

Paige Spiranac, the former professional golfer turned social media sensation, continues to make headlines as she navigates the intersection of golf expertise and online stardom. Boasting over 4 million followers on social media, Spiranac has leveraged her popularity to launch OnlyPaige.com, a subscription-based website offering golf tips and captivating content.

However, her recent success has not been without controversy. Spiranac faced criticism from traditional golf enthusiasts for donning what some deemed a 'cheeky' outfit on the golf course. The incident sparked debates about the intersection of tradition and modernity in the golfing world, highlighting the ongoing tension between conventional norms and the evolving landscape of the sport.

Spiranac's ability to balance her golfing insights with her online presence demonstrates the challenges and opportunities that arise when navigating the dynamic realms of sports and social media. As she continues to engage with her audience, Spiranac remains a prominent figure at the crossroads of tradition and contemporary expression in the golfing community.