Lauren Thompson

Lauren Thompson is an American television personality and model, best known for her extensive presence on Golf Channel and her current role with NBC Sports Next for Golf. After establishing an early career as a prominent model and television personality, Lauren Thompson garnered significant attention through appearances in various national television commercials and music videos, notably Jason Aldean’s ‘Hicktown’ and Sevendust’s ‘Praise.’ This early success led to her pivotal role in professional wrestling, joining Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) in 2007 as a backstage interviewer. For over two years, Thompson became a recognized face on TNA’s flagship television program, TNA Impact!, and its monthly pay-per-view events, delivering engaging segments and interviews to a dedicated fanbase. During her tenure with TNA until December 2009, Thompson’s character was integrally involved in several key storylines, featuring alongside notable wrestling personalities such as The Beautiful People, Abyss, Matt Morgan, Dr.

Beyond her primary role, Thompson expanded her contributions across the network, also hosting the popular series ‘Top Ten’ and the informative ‘College Sports Minute.’ Her consistent, knowledgeable, and engaging delivery over these ten years solidified her reputation as one of the most respected and recognizable personalities in golf broadcasting. Lauren Thompson continues to be a central and dynamic force in the golf media industry. She currently serves as a dedicated host for GolfNow, the comprehensive platform formerly known as ‘Destination Golf,’ providing engaging content for golf enthusiasts. Concurrently, Thompson maintains a key role with NBC Sports Next for Golf, contributing to their diverse array of digital and broadcast initiatives.

Her ongoing work further expands her influence, building upon a robust foundation of two decades in television and sports entertainment.