The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday’s drawing has reached a staggering $97 million after no one claimed the grand prize in Friday’s drawing. The excitement surrounding this growing jackpot is palpable, as players across the nation hold their breaths in anticipation of a life-changing windfall.
At precisely 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday, the winning numbers were revealed, eliciting a range of emotions from hopeful ticket holders. The results of the drawing are listed below, so grab your tickets and see if you might be the lucky one this time.
June 25th’s Mega Millions winning numbers are: 3, 16, 27, 47, and 62. The Megaball was 8, and for those who opted to increase their winnings with the Megaplier, it was drawn as a 4X multiplier this week.
Should a single player win the current jackpot, they could opt for a lump-sum payment with an estimated cash value of $46.4 million after taxes. This substantial payout is enough to transform someone’s life in unimaginable ways.
In this year alone, two individuals have already achieved the coveted Mega Millions jackpot. Back in March, a New Jersey player secured a jaw-dropping $1.13 billion. More recently, earlier this month, an Illinois player walked away with a hefty $552 million prize. As the jackpot continues to climb, the nation watches with bated breath to see who might be next in line for such extraordinary fortune.
Want to join the ranks of these lucky winners? Tickets for the Mega Millions can be purchased at your local convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. In certain states, you also have the option to buy tickets online.
To participate in the Mega Millions lottery, you will need to select six numbers. Five numbers are drawn from a set of white balls numbered 1 to 70, while the gold MegaBall is chosen from a pool numbered 1 to 25.
. If you find the process overwhelming, you can opt for a “Quick Pick” or an “Easy Pick,” allowing the computer to randomly generate your numbers.
For players interested in maximizing their potential winnings, the “Megaplier” option is available for an extra $1. This add-on can multiply non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four, or even five times. The Megaplier number is drawn before the main Mega Millions numbers on both Tuesday and Friday evenings.
In total, there are 15 Megaplier balls in the mix, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game.
If you’re looking to purchase your Mega Millions tickets online, you can utilize services like Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. This service is offered in states and territories such as Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Texas, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app simplifies the process by allowing you to pick your game, select your numbers, place your order, and even collect your winnings all from your smartphone or home computer.
It’s worth noting that Jackpocket is not affiliated with any State Lottery. However, it remains a popular option for those who prefer the convenience of purchasing their tickets digitally. Players must adhere to age restrictions, being 18+, 21+ in Arizona, and 19+ in Nebraska to participate.
For anyone struggling with gambling issues, there are resources available such as calling 1-877-8-HOPE-NY or texting HOPENY (467369) for residents in New York. Massachusetts residents can call 1-800-327-5050, while those in Oregon can contact 1-877-MYLIMIT. Puerto Rico offers assistance via 1-800-981-0023, and other states can reach out to 1-800-GAMBLER.
To stay updated on the latest lottery results and to view a complete list of past winners, you can visit the official Mega Millions website.
The anticipation builds with each drawing, and millions of Americans continue to dream about how their lives could change with a single lucky ticket. Will you be the next Mega Millions jackpot winner? Check your numbers and stay hopeful, because you never know when fortune might come knocking at your door.
