The Mega Millions jackpot has surged to an impressive $277 million for the upcoming drawing on Friday, August 29th, as there were no lucky players who matched all the winning numbers in the previous drawing on Tuesday, August 26th. Whoever manages to match all six numbers will have the choice of either taking a substantial one-time cash payment of $124.6 million or receiving the full jackpot amount through annuity payments.
This year has seen an array of Mega Millions winners with notable wins in different states. The latest win was on June 27th in Virginia, where a fortunate player snagged a jackpot of $348 million. Prior to that, on April 18th, an Ohio player clinched a $112 million jackpot. Meanwhile, in Illinois, a lottery ticket holder scooped up a massive $344 million jackpot on March 25th. Another lucky individual hit the Mega Millions jackpot on January 17th, walking away with $113 million, further adding to the excitement surrounding this popular lottery game.
For those eagerly awaiting the winning numbers from the recent Mega Millions drawing on Friday, August 29, they are as follows: 13, 31, 32, 44, 45 with the Gold Mega Ball being 21. Sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, you can stay updated on any announcements of Mega Millions winners right here.
Curious about past winners of Mega Millions? You can explore the extensive list of past winners on the Mega Millions website for a comprehensive look at the game's history.
To participate in the Mega Millions, one must purchase a ticket, which can be conveniently obtained from various locations such as local convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and even online in certain states. When selecting your numbers, you must choose six in total, with five white balls ranging from 1 to 70 and the Gold Mega Ball ranging from 1 to 24. If you prefer a quicker method or are feeling indecisive, you can opt for a "Quick Pick" or "Easy Pick," allowing the computer to generate the numbers randomly on your behalf.
Notably, Mega Millions tickets now come with a built-in multiplier, enhancing non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four, five, or even 10 times. This feature, previously known as the "Megaplier," was an additional dollar cost but is now included with the ticket purchase. Tickets are available at various physical locations such as gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and even some airport terminals. Additionally, for those in select U.S. states and territories, online ticket orders can be placed through the Jackpocket app, making the whole process easily accessible at your fingertips.
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The excitement surrounding Mega Millions is palpable as hopeful participants eagerly await the next drawing on August 29, with the estimated jackpot standing at a tantalizing $277 million. So, if you're feeling lucky and intrigued by the thrill of potentially becoming a millionaire, grab your tickets and join in the anticipation and excitement of the upcoming Mega Millions draw!