Summary
- An elderly man from Macomb County has struck it rich, winning the jackpot in the Fantasy 5, as announced by the Michigan Lottery.
- An 84-year-old gentleman, who prefers to keep his identity under wraps, joyfully claimed a windfall of $481,582 from the game's drawing on August 16.
- Imagine the thrill of starting your day with a shot at a $100,000 prize. Every single day, Fantasy 5 draws take place, offering you a fresh opportunity to turn your dreams into reality.
In Michigan, an 84-year-old lottery player was taken aback when he discovered he had won a life-changing six-figure sum from a well-loved online game. Earlier this week, the Michigan Lottery announced the exciting news about the lucky winner who hit an incredible $482,000 jackpot from Fantasy 5.
Long-time lottery player scores big
The fortunate winner, a Macomb County resident, has chosen to stay anonymous, leaving his identity a whispered secret that may never be revealed. At 84, this lucky player picked up his golden ticket online at MichiganLottery.com. On August 16, 2025, he claimed Fantasy 5's top prize by perfectly matching all the winning numbers: 01, 03, 07, 23, and 38. This impeccable match awarded him a handsome sum of $481,582. While speaking with an official from the Michigan Lottery, the winner couldn't contain his joy. I've been playing Fantasy 5 for a long time, dreaming of hitting it big, and it's incredible that the moment is finally here, he said, brimming with excitement. He recounted how he had carefully noted down his chosen numbers after buying his ticket, eager to check them the next day. When news broke that the jackpot was claimed, he started checking his numbers and was stunned to realize that he was the jackpot winner. The Macomb County lottery champion made his way to the Lottery headquarters to claim his prize. When asked about future plans for his newfound wealth, he simply said he'd share the joy with his family and wisely save the rest.
Lottery players can win a range of prizes from Fantasy 5
For just a dollar per play, Fantasy 5 tickets open the door to a thrilling chance at winning a prize that ranges from as little as $1 to a tantalizing jackpot that kicks off at $100,000 and only grows from there. Every evening at 7:29 PM, the excitement culminates in a drawing. If you're eager to dive into today's action, be sure to grab your tickets online or in person by 7:08 PM. If you miss today, don’t worry—you can jump back in for the next day. Online ticket sales resume right after 7:08 PM, and in-store purchases gear up again at 7:10 PM. Right now, the Fantasy 5 jackpot teases with an enticing estimate of $124,000.
