The Powerball Jackpot of Last Night: How It All Went Down

As Powerball fans around the world tuned in to find out the lucky numbers that would potentially result in a life-changing jackpot, the anticipation was palpable. Last night the Powerball jackpot was an impressive $550 million — its fourth-largest amount ever — and the ability to cash in on those winnings was just a handful of numbers away.

The Anxiety Leading Up to the Drawing

Before the draw, many experienced Powerball players had already done their research in anticipation for the event. Along with the $550 million prize, there was also a $344 million prize for the second-place winner. As soon as the draws had been completed in Tallahassee, Florida, players began checking their tickets instantly.

The Winning Powerball Numbers

The final number of the night was the Powerball itself, which was the number six. Here are all the winning numbers from last night’s draw: 23, 32, 61, 64, 69, and the Powerball being number six.

The Aftermath of the Drawing

Although the winner of the jackpot has yet to come forward, that hasn’t stopped people from speculating as to who the lucky winner may be. With the Powerball lottery being played in 44 out of 50 U.S. states, powerball jackpots have gradually become a popular means of gaining wealth.

What’s Next for Powerball

The next Powerball drawing will be on Saturday, January 23rd and the jackpot is at an impressive $730 million. This number is the estimated annuitized prize, which is the suggested amount that the total value of the prize will be paid out over 30 years. The cash value of the prize will be an estimated $546.8 million.

If no ticket is purchased with all six winning numbers, the cash prize pool of the drawing will expand further. So, break out your lottery tickets and cross your fingers, because the next Powerball draw could be the golden ticket to utmost riches.