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Jackie Alston

Powerball Winner • NC • 2006

Jackpot (2024$)

N/A

lump sum

Age at Win

38

Corrections Officer

Quick Facts

Win Date
November 29, 2006
State
NC
Winner Type
individual
Marital Status
single
Ticket Type
Own Numbers
Payment Choice
lump sum
After Tax
$25M

Analysis

Protective Factors

  • +90-day strategic claim delay
  • +Hired financial advisors BEFORE claiming
  • +Quietly resigned job before going public
  • +Maintained privacy for 16+ years
  • +Stayed in home community
  • +No scandals or lawsuits
  • +Strong faith and family focus
  • +Corrections officer discipline/composure training

How They Found Out

Jackie waited approximately 90 days between the draw (Nov 29, 2006) and her claim (Feb 2007). During this "interregnum," she quietly quit her job, assembled a team of financial advisors, and prepared a legal and financial fortress. When she finally appeared at the NCEL headquarters, she gave a brief press conference then "dashed off in a stretch SUV limousine" - maintaining strict boundaries on her public exposure.

Research Quality: verified • Last Updated: 1/3/2026 • Years Tracked: 16
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