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Who wouldn't want to get rich overnight? But is hitting the jackpot really a good thing? It might not always be the case, as some people seem to fall from heaven to hell after striking it rich.
1.Kali Rogers ($2.85 million): Kali was a 16-year-old British girl who, after winning a huge prize, initially claimed she would continue her studies, travel, and help her family. Over the next six years, she spent all her money on parties, cosmetic surgery, and illegal substances. She is now a mother of three with only $3,000 in savings, saying, "I was too young to win the lottery. I don't think a 16-year-old can handle that kind of money."
2.Michael Carroll ($14.4 million): Michael was a 19-year-old British college student who, over the four years following his jackpot win, bought a mansion, expensive sports cars, and squandered all his winnings. He was also sentenced for drug use.
3.Lee Ryan ($10 million): Lee Ryan, a 32-year-old British man who had dreamt of becoming a millionaire, saw his dream come true when he won the lottery. He then bought luxurious houses, cars, and a private jet. However, he ended up spending all his winnings, selling everything, and becoming homeless due to his addiction to a lavish lifestyle.
4.William Post ($16.2 million): From the moment he won the jackpot, William's life was fraught with problems. His landlord girlfriend sued him, claiming they should evenly split the lottery prize. A judge awarded her $5 million. His brother then hired a hitman to kill him, but the attempt failed.
5.Sarah Toten ($10.57 million): After winning the lottery at 26, Sarah got caught up in a life of luxury. She purchased mansions and supercars and helped friends with their debts. Later, she spent all her winnings and had to sell off her properties to continue her extravagant lifestyle. She now lives in a rented house, struggling to make ends meet and returning to the reality of life.
6.Jack Whittaker ($315 million): Another example of bad luck after winning a fortune. He was robbed of $545,000 in his car and had another $200,000 stolen in a parking lot. Tragedy struck as his granddaughter, her boyfriend, and later his daughter all passed away. His house in Virginia was destroyed by fire. Jack Whittaker commented, "I wish I'd torn that ticket up." |
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Post time 26-10-2023 07:35:44
