A resident of Oakland County, Michigan, has become an overnight millionaire after winning a $1 million prize in the Super Raffle Lottery, a popular state-run game known for offering large payouts at the start of the year.
The life-changing win came about entirely because of a simple but valuable tip from his brother, who encouraged him to try his luck in the raffle-style draw.
The lucky winner, who opted to remain anonymous, said he had never played the Super Raffle before and was unfamiliar with how the game worked. His brother introduced him to the lottery and explained that tickets were limited in number, improving the odds compared to regular scratch-off games.
Acting on that advice, he asked his sibling to purchase a ticket on his behalf. That single decision proved to be remarkably fortunate when the draw results were announced.
Describing the moment he realized he had won, the Michigan resident said disbelief was his first reaction. He checked the ticket multiple times after seeing the $1 million prize printed next to his number. “I could hardly believe my eyes,” he recalled. “I checked the ticket several times to be sure. It felt like a huge weight had been lifted off my chest,” he shared, adding that excitement soon replaced shock as the reality of the win set in.
Officials from the Michigan Lottery confirmed that the prize was one of the top awards offered in the annual Super Raffle promotion. The winner has already claimed his payment and is now considering how best to use the money.
He said the unexpected windfall would allow him to clear outstanding bills, strengthen his savings, and make long-term investment plans. The prize is also giving him the chance to support his family and secure his children’s education.
For the Oakland County resident, the victory is not just about luck but about family support. He credited his brother’s timely recommendation for changing his financial future. “If it weren’t for him, I wouldn’t even have known about this game,” he said. The winner believes 2026 has started in the brightest possible way, all thanks to brotherly guidance.
