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Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $1.15 Billion, Drawing On Friday

The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an astonishing $1.15 billion, making it the fifth-largest prize in the history of the game.

With no winner on Christmas Eve, Friday’s drawing has sparked a frenzy of ticket purchases as hopefuls across the country dream of striking it rich.

Surpassing the billion-dollar mark is no small feat—it’s only the seventh time in Mega Millions history that the jackpot has reached such heights.

This particular prize also sets a record as the largest jackpot ever offered in the month of December.

If a single ticket claims the jackpot this Friday, the winnings will amount to a staggering $516.1 million if taken as a lump sum cash option.

The last time the jackpot was won was over three months ago when a Houston-area resident claimed $810 million.

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Since then, the pot has rolled over week after week, growing into the colossal prize we see today.

The odds of winning this massive jackpot? A slim 1 in 302,575,350.

Despite these daunting chances, millions of Americans are willing to take their shot at what could be a life-altering win.

Tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands, making Mega Millions a unifying event that fosters nationwide anticipation.

Joshua Johnston, lead director for the Mega Millions Consortium, aptly described the jackpot as a potentially unforgettable holiday gift, with the power to “help fulfill dreams” and create life-changing opportunities.

A $1.15 billion prize places this jackpot in elite company among previous Mega Millions milestones.

Notable past wins include the record $1.602 billion claimed in Florida in 2023 and the $1.537 billion won in South Carolina in 2018.

Whether Friday’s jackpot sparks the dreams of one lucky winner or continues to build for future drawings, one thing is certain—Mega Millions continues to capture the imagination of players across the nation, making billion-dollar dreams feel just a ticket away.