Larry Laoretti

Larry Laoretti (born July 11, 1939) is an American golfer.

Early life
Laoretti was born in Mahopac, New York. He worked for the U.S. Navy in his early adulthood.

Professional career
For most of his career as a golfer, Laoretti worked as a club professional. He won no tournaments of note until he was past 50. His best finish in a major was T-49 at the 1966 PGA Championship.

In 1989, Laoretti won both the regular and senior Florida PGA championships, and he joined the Senior PGA Tour the following season. In 1992, he won the U.S. Senior Open. His trademark was playing, including during his swing, with a lit cigar in his mouth.

U.S. national team appearances
Professional
 * Wendy's 3-Tour Challenge (representing Senior PGA Tour): 1992