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Eastern Time (GMT-5:00) | Staten Islander revealed as winner of $85M Mega Millions jackpot Mega Millions: Staten Islander revealed as winner of $85M Mega Millions jackpot52 Rating:A Staten Island, New York, woman who bought a lottery ticket while wine shopping can afford champagne now — a lot of it. Jin Ok Choi, 54, was introduced at a Manhattan news conference Thursday as the winner an $85 million Mega Millions jackpot. Choi said she bought a quick-pick ticket when she saw how big the jackpot for the July 3 drawing had gotten. "I'm still in shock," said Choi, who opted for a lump sum of $64 million and will take home $40 million after taxes. She plans to buy a new condo. Lottery officials also announced seven other big winners, including NYPD cop Billy Sena, 28, who hit for $1 million on a scratch-off ticket. Sena, who will take home an extra $31,000 a year for 20 years, said he plans to buy a new house — and won't be quitting his job. Despite the massive size of her prize, Choi is not the biggest solo winner in New York. Long Island couple Richard and Mary Morrison won a $162 million jackpot in 2010 (see story), and Daniel Bruckner and his pregnant wife, Christine, hit for $208 million while visiting Long Island last year (see story). Bankrupt Queens parking attendant Juan Rodriguez had the winning ticket in a $149 million drawing in 2004 (see story).  (Click to display full-size in gallery)
Daily News, Lottery Post Staff We'd love to see your comments here! Register for a FREE membership — it takes just a few moments — and you'll be able to post comments here and on any of our forums. If you're already a member, you can Log In to post a comment. 35 comments. Last comment 9 months ago by . British Columbia Canada Member #116120 September 4, 2011 2448 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 7:11 am - IP Logged | |
Congrats to All the Winners  "You have to be in it to win it!" | | |
Ohio United States Member #120769 December 27, 2011 190 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 8:10 am - IP Logged | |
Looks like she took her time getting her affairs in order before claiming. Smart, though too bad she couldn't remain anonymous. "Bankrupt Queens parking attendant Juan Rodriguez had the winning ticket in a $149 million drawing in 2004"-----I always wonder what happened to this guy. | | |
Columbus, Ohio United States Member #128916 June 5, 2012 236 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 8:26 am - IP Logged | |
Good for them, my time is coming | | |
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Looks like she took her time getting her affairs in order before claiming. Smart, though too bad she couldn't remain anonymous. "Bankrupt Queens parking attendant Juan Rodriguez had the winning ticket in a $149 million drawing in 2004"-----I always wonder what happened to this guy. Last I heard of this Colombian imigrant was his wife filed for divorce shortly after his win, to get her cut. Apparently their marriage was on the rocks for awhile, not to mention they had filed for bankruptcy just before the big win. Haven't heard much of anything since then. | | |
Ridge Runner - Oracle of the Appalachians Way back up in them dadgum hills, son! United States Member #74415 April 28, 2009 12453 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 11:26 am - IP Logged | |
Oh man, now I got a taste for Gin and bok choy. Well... not so much the bok choy. | | |
Inland Empire United States Member #118131 October 22, 2011 235 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 1:53 pm - IP Logged | |
Alcohol and veggie? Weird combination. | | |
NEW YORK United States Member #90565 April 29, 2010 1676 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 2:16 pm - IP Logged | |
She won the jackpot with a $5 Quick Pick Ticket, the winning combination was on line A on the ticket.
I have a picture of the winning ticket.The story failed to explain that she won with a $5QP ticket. You can google the image, if you guys want to see it. You have to make sure that the ticket image is on full view.
Seeing is Believing. HOW TO WIN THE LOTTERY BY NOT PLAYING=SAVE YOUR MONEY TO PLAY THE LOTTERY SOMEDAY.
I WILL PLAY THE LOTTERY SOMEDAY TO AVOID THE LOTTERY INSANITY. IT IS OKAY TO DREAM. | | |
Wannabe Won Percenter Republic of Texas United States Member #58035 January 9, 2008 769 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 2:19 pm - IP Logged | |
Congrats to the winner! Bok Choi can be tasty, but not with Gin. Clear eyes, full hearts, Texas forever!  PROUD MEMBER OF THE 85% (what's left of the 99% after you take out the lefties and the OW anarchists) Wannabe member of the 1%. | | |
United States Member #85248 January 11, 2010 405 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 2:25 pm - IP Logged | |
A big congrats to Ms. Choi on her amazing win! | | |
Oklahoma United States Member #82920 November 12, 2009 3469 Posts Online | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 7:09 pm - IP Logged | |
Congrats to the winner  Win BIG everyone..... I Love Pink & Green....1908 | | |
United States Member #128800 June 2, 2012 2708 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 7:54 pm - IP Logged | |
She won the jackpot with a $5 Quick Pick Ticket, the winning combination was on line A on the ticket.
I have a picture of the winning ticket.The story failed to explain that she won with a $5QP ticket. You can google the image, if you guys want to see it. You have to make sure that the ticket image is on full view.
Seeing is Believing. I know the winner. She and I have been very close friends for about 20 years. She said she will split the JP with me. Can't wait. | | |
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I know the winner. She and I have been very close friends for about 20 years. She said she will split the JP with me. Can't wait. Your really on a winning streak onlymoney! Why can't I have friends like yours.   | | |
United States Member #128800 June 2, 2012 2708 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 10:53 pm - IP Logged | |
Your really on a winning streak onlymoney! Why can't I have friends like yours. I think my luck will fall short after my third windfall. Isn't it always the case? No seriously, I still can't believe my luck. Powerball win and now this ! Still soaking it all in. | | |
United States Member #128800 June 2, 2012 2708 Posts Offline | | Posted: August 20, 2012, 10:55 pm - IP Logged | |
Your really on a winning streak onlymoney! Why can't I have friends like yours. "You're"  | | |
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