Orlando resident claims $1 million prize after winning big on the $1,000,000 a year for life spectacular scratch-off game

Tallahassee, Florida – In a lucky twist of fate, Vernon Lee, a 60-year-old Orlando resident, has claimed a stunning $1 million prize from the Florida Lottery’s $1,000,000 A YEAR FOR LIFE SPECTACULAR Scratch-Off game. The win comes as a result of purchasing a ticket from Publix, a local supermarket located at 11286 Dowden Road in Orlando. Lee made his claim at the Lottery’s Orlando District Office, where he chose to receive his winnings in a lump sum of $640,000.

The $1 million prize Lee won is part of the Lottery’s high-stakes Scratch-Off game, which offers players a chance to win one of two top prizes: $1 million per year for life or $1 million as a one-time payment. While Lee chose the latter, the excitement around this game remains significant, given its massive cash prizes and enticing rewards. “Winning $1 million is an incredible feeling,” Lee shared in a statement after claiming his prize. “It’s life-changing, and I couldn’t be happier.”

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As part of the success, the Publix retailer that sold Lee the winning ticket will also receive a bonus commission of $2,000 for the sale. It’s a win-win situation for both the lucky player and the retailer, highlighting the significant role that local businesses play in distributing these high-paying tickets. The retailer was no doubt thrilled to be part of such a momentous occasion.

The $50 Scratch-Off game, $1,000,000 A YEAR FOR LIFE SPECTACULAR, offers enormous potential rewards, with two top prizes of $1 million annually for life, and 234 additional $1 million prizes available for players. With an overall odds of winning set at 1-in-4.50, the game has drawn attention for its life-changing payouts, and players continue to flock to the lottery, hoping to strike it big.

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The Florida Lottery has long been an essential part of the state’s economy and education system. The Lottery’s Scratch-Off games accounted for about 74 percent of ticket sales in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. To date, these games have awarded more than $65.5 billion in prizes, helping to create 2,283 millionaires in the process.

Moreover, the Lottery’s contributions to education cannot be overstated. Since its inception, the Florida Lottery has transferred more than $48 billion to the state’s Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF), funding various educational programs, including the Bright Futures Scholarship Program, which has sent over one million students to college.

The $1,000,000 A YEAR FOR LIFE SPECTACULAR game is a testament to the Lottery’s continued role in Florida’s economy, reinvesting 99 percent of its revenue through prize payouts, commissions to over 13,600 Lottery retailers, and vital contributions to the education sector.

As for Vernon Lee, his win is a reminder of the incredible opportunities that the Florida Lottery offers to residents of the state. “This win feels unreal,” Lee said, looking ahead to what his newfound wealth will bring. “I’m excited to see what comes next.”

For those who hope to follow in Lee’s footsteps, the game continues to offer substantial prizes, with a total of more than $1.6 billion in cash prizes available. With continued enthusiasm surrounding the game and others like it, the Florida Lottery is poised to keep changing lives across the state.

For more information about the Florida Lottery, visit www.floridalottery.com.