Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $850M After Record Winning Drought
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an astounding $850 million following an unprecedented streak of non-winning drawings. This significant milestone marks the longest period without a winner in the game’s history.
Record-Breaking Losing Streak
Lottery officials reported that the upcoming drawing will be the 38th consecutive one without a six-number winning ticket. This sets a new record, surpassing the previous high of 37 drawings without a jackpot winner established in January 2021.
A Milestone Event
The excitement around this massive jackpot is palpable, as it becomes the eighth-largest jackpot in Mega Millions history. The last major win occurred in Texas in September 2024.
Current Jackpot Details
- Estimated Jackpot: $850 million
- Cash Value: $391.7 million
- Record Losing Streak: 38 drawings
- Previous Record: 37 drawings
- Largest Jackpot: $1.05 billion (won in Michigan, January 22, 2021)
Winning Numbers
The most recent drawing revealed the following numbers: 11, 14, 17, 50, 57, with the gold Mega Ball being 6. Although no one has matched all six numbers, over a dozen “second-tier” and “third-tier” prizes have been awarded, totaling more than $274 million.
As the next drawing approaches, interest in the Mega Millions continues to grow, underscoring the lottery’s enduring appeal and the excitement of potentially life-changing winnings.
