$768.4 Million Powerball Jackpot
March 27, 2019 — Wisconsin
Manuel Franco, a 24-year-old from West Allis, Wisconsin, purchased the winning ticket at a Speedway gas station in New Berlin. He said he felt a "chill" running through his body when he checked the numbers. Franco took the lump sum cash option of $477 million. At his press conference, he described himself as "just a normal guy" who still couldn't believe what happened. He quit his job and said he planned to do "a lot of good" with the money.
What Happened Next
Payout choice: The winner chose the lump sum cash option of $477 Million, which after federal taxes (37% top bracket) and applicable state taxes results in a significantly reduced — but still life-changing — take-home amount.
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