The Mega Millions jackpot is projected to reach $1.55 billion for its Tuesday drawing. Two tickets won $2 million in Friday night’s drawing, in addition to seven other tickets that won $1 million. The Mega Millions jackpot is projected to be the third-largest prize ever, trailing a $1.58 billion Powerball jackpot won in 2016. Key BackgroundThe Mega Millions jackpot has eclipsed the $1 billion mark four other times, each in the last five years. Further ReadingHere Are The Top 10 Lottery Jackpots Of All Time—As Mega Millions Reaches $910 Million (Forbes)Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $1.25 Billion—Here’s How Much The Winner Will Take Home After Taxes (Forbes)

Source: Forbes August 06, 2023 11:55 UTC