Nicole McNamara is an American podcaster and former environmental science teacher. She is best known as the wife of Garrett McNamara, an American professional surfer.
In addition to being Garrett’s partner, Nicole also serves as his manager and supervisor.
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- Full name: Nicole Macias McNamara
- Stage name: Nicole McNamara
- Date of birth: May 2, 1987
- Age: 37 years old
- Place of birth: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Former environmental science teacher and talent manager
- Height: Unknown
- Parents: Carlos Macias and Rose Macias
- Siblings: CJ Macias
- Spouse: Garrett McNamara (d. 2012)
- Children: Barrel McNamara, Theia Love Nazaré Celeste Rose and Fe do Mar Strawberry Lucy
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early life and education
Nicole McNamara was born on May 2, 1987 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. She was raised by her parents, Carlos Macias and Rose Macias. Carlos, a surfer and boat captain, grew up in Puerto Rico before moving to the US. Nicole has an older brother, CJ Macias, who is a big wave surfer, holistic lifestyle instructor, and mental health advocate.
Nicole McNamara attended the University of North Florida, where she earned a Bachelor of Public Health degree. She then earned a Master’s degree in Environmental Science from Nova Southeastern University. Additionally, she studied as an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant at the American Institute of Vedic Sciences. Nicole McNamara is of Spanish descent and follows Catholicism as her religion.
Career
Nicole McNamara is known for her work as an environmental science teacher, imparting knowledge and passion for the natural world to middle school students. However, her life trajectory changed dramatically when she married famous professional surfer Garrett McNamara.
- Since getting married, Nicole has taken on the role of manager and supervisor of her husband.
- She provided vital support and guidance, ensuring Garrett’s success as he pushed the boundaries of big wave surfing.
- Nicole co-founded the McNamara Foundation with Garrett, mentoring disadvantaged youth through surf therapy.
- The foundation operates programs in Nazaré, Portugal and Oahu, Hawaii, helping young individuals develop physically, mentally and spiritually through surfing and outdoor activities.
- Nicole’s charity work and her role in Garrett’s career were featured in the popular documentary series 100 Foot Wave.
- She also presides 100 Steps Podcastprovides behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the television series.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @mamaunearthed
Personal life
Nicole McNamara is the wife of famous professional surfer Garrett McNamara. The couple met in 2010 in Puerto Rico and married in November 2012 in Nazaré, Portugal. They have three children together: son Barrel, born in 2015, and daughters Theia Love Nazaré Celeste Rose, born in 2018, and Fe do Mar Strawberry Lucy, born in 2021.
Net worth
Nicole McNamara’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million as of 2023. She is primarily recognized as the wife of professional surfer Garrett McNamara.
Her career path shifted from being an environmental science teacher to managing her husband’s professional surfing career. Nicole has also contributed significantly to charitable efforts through the McNamara Foundation, supporting disadvantaged youth with surf therapy programs.
