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Cancer Patient Wins $1.3 Billion Powerball, Shares Winnings
24 Aug
Summary
- Powerball jackpot estimated at $700 million
- Mega Millions jackpot at $253 million
- Man battling cancer won $1.3 billion Powerball, splitting with wife and friend
As of August 24th, 2025, the Powerball lottery jackpot has reached an estimated $700 million, with a cash option of $316 million. This is the 19th largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever. The jackpot was last won on May 31st, when a California player won $204.5 million.
In a heartwarming story, a man battling cancer recently won the $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot and is planning to split the winnings with his wife and a friend. This comes as the Mega Millions jackpot also stands at a substantial $253 million, with a cash option of $113.8 million.
Lottery fever has gripped the nation, with players eagerly awaiting the Powerball drawing on Saturday, August 23rd. Powerball drawings are held three times a week, with the latest addition of Monday drawings in 2021. Ticket deadlines vary by state, with New Jersey's deadline at 9:59 PM on the day of the drawing and New York's at 10 PM.
