The Spectacular World of Lottery Winners’ Extravagant Weddings
At one point or another, most of us have been tempted to dream about what they would do if they won the lottery. Sure enough, some have been so lucky as to have actually hit the jackpot.
Reading the stories of the few fortunate winners is just as entertaining as playing the lottery itself. While some of them choose to remain anonymous, others prefer to enjoy lavish lifestyles and do not shun the public eye.
We have heard fascinating stories of lottery winners fulfilling their wildest dreams. From buying luxury homes and expensive cars to going on exotic vacations, making financially savvy investments, and supporting the less fortunate, those lucky individuals have been quite creative in how they have used their prizes.
Today, we are going to discuss the exciting world of lottery winners’ weddings. It is a juicy topic because who does not like a lavish wedding, right? Besides, lottery winners are sort of celebrities, which makes the discussion all the more intriguing.
So, without further ado, let us dive into the spectacular world of lottery winners’ extravagant weddings. Some of our main characters today are not from the US, but this fact does not make their stories less fascinating.
The American Dream
Playing the lottery in America is a big thing for couples. Newlyweds are especially keen to try their luck. After all, what could be a better way to start your new life as a family than to be able to afford your dream home or go on an exotic honeymoon trip?
While the following story does not entail a lavish dream wedding celebration in the classical sense, it is still just as fascinating. The New York Post reported that a 57-year-old groom and his bride purchased a winning scratch-off ticket at an E-Z Mart in Prudenville. The couple hit the $1 million jackpot in the Diamonds and Pearls instant game.
The newlyweds opted in to receive their prize as a lump sum rather than monthly installments. They have also preferred to remain anonymous. One thing is for sure, however: They both got lucky after they married each other, so that is what we call a dream wedding!
Ben Lowther and Holly Saul from Cambridge
When they won the lottery, romantic couple Ben Lowther, 39, and Holly Saul, 30, from Cambridge, UK, were already the parents to two beautiful children. However, they had not tied the knot due to financial reasons. Meeting living and housing costs was a challenge for the couple, so they had to put off their dream wedding for the indefinite future.
However, fortune gave the couple an unexpected gift. In October 2021, Ben and Holly’s lives changed forever, when they hit the National Lottery EuroMillions jackpot. Holly was the one to learn the news first, as she was responsible for checking their ticket. Following the happy occasion, she commented that she could not thank enough Ben’s father, who was the person who urged them to participate in the draw.
Since winning the lottery, the Cambridge couple has bought a new, much bigger house, where they plan to gather their extended family for Christmas.
Meanwhile, Holly has quit her job as a clinical research recruitment specialist to dedicate more of her time to the family. Ben, who is a game developer, has continued working and has made a big step: He proposed to Holly during an extravagant trip to Paris.
The couple is currently planning their wedding, and we have every reason to believe it will be quite luxurious. Only imagine what the invitation will say!
Doughnut Turned Dough
Here is the story of another fortunate American groom. Shortly before his wedding, a Missouri gentleman went out to get some doughnuts. Little did he know that would turn into his sweetest doughnut run ever.
The groom-to-be bought a Powerball ticket that stood a 1:11,688,053 chance of winning. The Marshall resident played the numbers 7, 10, 11, 13, and 24 that later won the Match 5 jackpot of $1 million.
The lucky winner preferred to remain anonymous. However, he did share that he intended to use the prize to cover the expenses of his upcoming wedding. We bet the groom and bride had quite the celebration!
Conclusion: As Luck Would Have It
Planning a wedding is both an exciting and sometimes a stressful experience. All kinds of disasters might happen. For instance, imagine your friends’ kids bumping into your wedding cake by accident, knocking it down. That is why having some extra cash will save you a lot of trouble. And what better way to spoil yourself with an extravagant wedding than winning the lottery?