Full Breakdown
Alleged 2015 Photo Incident Involving Phil Mickelson and Pat Perez
6/27/2026, 9:51:10 PM
Alleged Photo Incident at New Jersey Villa
In 2015, at Phil Mickelson’s New Jersey villa, Ashley Perez says Mickelson showed her a nude photo of himself—erect penis and flexed biceps—while Pat Perez was in the bathroom. She says Mickelson told her he would leave his bedroom door open that night and invited her to visit him when Pat fell asleep. The incident occurred during a tournament week in which the golfers were competing.
Key Individuals
Chronology
- 2015 – Alleged photo display at Mickelson’s villa and a reported 26-minute phone call in which Mickelson offered a mea culpa.
- 2022-2025 – No public mention.
- June 2026 – Ashley Perez recounted the event to Skratch; Pat Perez later described a “different hate” for Mickelson on a podcast.
- 2026 – Reports say Mickelson was expelled from a country club after a female employee alleged unwanted sexual advances.
Official Statements & Responses
Mickelson’s team did not directly deny the claim, stating they did not confirm its veracity. Mickelson’s team has not publicly addressed the apology. Ashley Perez’s account says Mickelson apologized during the alleged phone call, but no source has verified the apology.
Criticism, Opposition, and Broader Context
The allegation joins reports of Mickelson’s alleged misconduct at a country club. Critics argue the behavior, if true, breaches professional and personal boundaries. Defenders note the lack of investigations or legal actions, emphasizing that the claims remain unproven.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
No witnesses have corroborated Ashley Perez’s description. Mickelson’s representatives have not confirmed the 26-minute call or the apology. The country-club allegation lacks the club’s name and statements from employee or club officials.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I’m going to leave my bedroom door open tonight. When Pat falls asleep I want you to come see me.” — Phil Mickelson
- “I have a different hate for Phil than most people. And people won’t know the story. I’m not gonna go into the story again, but Phil crossed the line with me that is just uncrossable and unforgivable.” — Pat Perez
- “He knows that he screwed up. He apologized for the action, but I cannot forgive him for it.” — Ashley Perez
Potential Impact on Reputation and Relationships
If verified, the incident could damage Mickelson’s standing with fellow golfers and heighten scrutiny after the country-club allegation. The Perez couple’s friendship with Mickelson reportedly ended following the alleged phone call.
