Imagine winning a lottery jackpot so massive it surpasses Taylor Swift’s net worth. That’s precisely what happened to one fortunate Powerball ticket holder in Oregon on April 6th. Is having over $1 billion in the bank necessary for anyone?
Perhaps not, unless you’re Taylor Swift, who reportedly spent a significant portion of her wealth on a trip that generated 138 tons of CO2 emissions to visit her boyfriend, Travis Kelce.
Swift recently joined Forbes’ billionaires list with a net worth of $1.1 billion. However, her position was momentarily at risk of being overtaken by the Oregon lottery winner, who claimed a staggering $1.326 billion on April 8th.
Whether the winner opts for the lump sum of $621 million or spread payments over 30 years, Swift can rest assured she won’t be dethroned financially overnight.
Nevertheless, regardless of the payment plan, the lottery winner won’t be lamenting over not having Swift’s net worth all at once.
Of course, the prize money will be subject to Oregon and federal taxes, but it’s still a life-changing windfall.
The drawing for the lottery was initially delayed due to technical issues, but the winning ticket was eventually claimed on Monday. The winner’s identity remains undisclosed pending verification.
Oregon Lottery Director Mike Wells emphasized the unprecedented nature of the jackpot win and assured thorough verification before awarding the prize.
The winning ticket was sold at the Plaid Pantry in Portland, which stands to receive $100,000 for selling the ticket.
Plaid Pantry President Jonathan Polonsky expressed excitement and pride in their association with the Oregon Lottery, highlighting the benefits it brings to the state.
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time Plaid Pantry has sold a winning ticket, having previously sold a $3.3 million Megabucks jackpot. So, maybe it’s worth stopping by for a chance at luck?
