The Biggest Lottery Wins in United States History

Maureen Smith and David Kaltschmidt of Melbourne Beach, Florida, held another of the three winning Powerball tickets from 2016. Smith had reportedly played the same numbers for years, and the couple lived a quiet life before the jackpot. Their ticket was bought at a Publix, making their routine stop unforgettable.

After the win, they chose the cash option for their share, worth hundreds of millions before taxes. Unlike many imagined jackpot fantasies, later reports suggested they stayed relatively modest and continued living in the same area. Their prize could have bought almost anything, but their reaction seemed centered on comfort and privacy.