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Cancer-Stricken Man Wins $1.3 Billion Powerball, Splits Winnings
30 Aug
Summary
- Powerball jackpot estimated at $1 billion for Aug. 30, 2025 drawing
- Mega Millions jackpot at $302 million as of Aug. 30, 2025
- Man battling cancer won $1.3 billion Powerball, splitting money with wife and friend
As of August 31, 2025, the Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $1 billion, with a cash option of $453.1 million, making it the sixth-largest Powerball jackpot ever and the 13th largest in U.S. lottery history. The jackpot was last won on May 31, 2025, when a California lottery player won $204.5 million.
Concurrently, the Mega Millions jackpot has grown to $302 million with a cash option of $136 million. The Powerball and Mega Millions drawings are scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025.
In a heartwarming twist, a man battling cancer has won the $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot and plans to split the winnings with his wife and a friend. This remarkable story has captivated the nation, as the winner's selflessness and resilience in the face of adversity have inspired many.
Lottery enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the results of the upcoming drawings, with players across the country hoping to strike it rich and change their lives forever. The excitement and anticipation surrounding these record-breaking jackpots are palpable, as the nation waits with bated breath to see who will emerge as the next big winners.
