It depends on the person, unfortunately (or fortunately for "entertainment purposes") we have a lot of "good ol'boys" and braggarts who enjoy the attention and act out like idiots, at least until everything comes crashing down.

It stinks that for a lot of states they don't give you the chance to claim anonymously, some do and if you don't take it then you're a damned fool. Michigan does, the only exception is on the Mega Millions lottery, which stinks. There must be some arrangement where they can't do it on it, which maybe is why they allow for there to be a loophole with forming a Trust, LLC or a Club. Though, obviously Michigan's Mega Millions winners haven't even attempted it from what I can tell, they might ask but after that they just give up and don't bother trying to find a way around it. State lottery winners though claim that way all the time.

All in all though, I think it'd only take one high profile case or a MM winner being killed or his/her family taken hostage or murdered to change that. Then again, a lot of people would just say "well, they should have had security!" Or something equally silly.

This guy though is setting himself up for a fall with that kind of attitude, apparant arrogance and stupidity. Can't say I'm surprised since he gave that vibe in the original story.

Yay another "moron" wins the lottery. You can tell he is not very competent at all, and will be bankrupt and begging for his job back in a few years or less.

I know in some states you don't qualify for unemployment insurance if you were fired for just cause. If it's that way in NY he can appeal and hope they don't show up for the hearing as many companies don't bother. If I won 5 mill I'd prob go on a short spending spree but would invest most of it. It's too early to say he's gonna blow it all. I wish him the best!

Yes, that was my first reaction.  "Was he wearing or driving her?"    (although the dictionary uses "exhibiting" as one definition)

Regarding his job, if he was showing up for work everyday and performing his duties in the same manner as before he won the money, they have no legal right to deny him his benefits IMO.   Although I hope he gives it to charity, I think he earned his unemployment compensation, unless there's another reason he was fired.  Let's say I won or inherited millions.  I wouldn't flaunt it, but if I wanted to keep working for benefits, extra money, or simply because I loved my job, I don't think it's anybody's business.   When the store I worked in for years suddenly went out of business, I had to answer a lot of questions about my job, salary and previous employment, but none of the questions asked if I had money in the bank, lived in a nice house, or if I dated young models.  That has nothing to do with it.

However, from the looks of things, the building occupants might not like all the publicity and a doorman who is appearing in the news.  These are $10M homes where people enjoy their security and privacy, and he has apparently been attracting a lot of attention.

I agree money changes people.  Sadly in most cases for the worst.

I bet he is getting his fill with the model too.  Hey, she is kinda cute.

If I was him I would try my best to keep my day job and party only on the weekends. 

Anyway wtg buddy!

He may get more than 5 mil. From the original story:

"The lucky doorman actually won the prize May 2, when he bought a $10Set for Life instant ticket, which pays $5,000 a week for life and guarantees a minimum of $5 million. Winners get $65,000 every three months, or $41,926 after taxes." (emphasis, mine)

I agree on the anonymity thing.

Just another comment..  RE:  The "leggy" woman

Although money helps, he sounds like a man who enjoys having a good time.  Although he wouldn't be my choice (rich or poor) I've worked with men who have little to offer but great personalities and some women love them.  Don't judge her because she's pretty and having a little fun. 

Agree.

The money will never run out until he dies.  $5000 a week for life! So if he plays his cards right he will be one happy cookie for the rest of his life.