April 6, 2024 — Oregon
Cheng "Charlie" Saephan, a Laotian refugee who had been battling cancer, purchased the winning ticket at a Plaid Pantry convenience store in Portland, Oregon. Saephan had worked for years at a donut shop after immigrating to the United States as a refugee. He shared the moment with his family and said he planned to use the money for his family's future and cancer treatment. His wife Duanpen was with him when they discovered the win. The story became one of the most heartwarming in lottery history.
Payout choice: The winner chose the lump sum cash option of $621 Million, which after federal taxes (37% top bracket) and applicable state taxes results in a significantly reduced — but still life-changing — take-home amount.
Buy lottery tickets online from your phone, or play free sweepstakes casino games with real cash prizes.