$100 million jackpot: Mega Millions winning numbers drawn on Dec. 23

The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $100 million for the December 23 drawing. This follows the December 19 draw, where no one matched all six numbers, causing the jackpot to grow. The winning numbers will be announced at 11:00 p.m. ET. Dont miss your chance to win!

The Mega Millions jackpot has surged to a remarkable $100 million in anticipation of the upcoming drawing on Tuesday, December 23, just days before Christmas. This substantial prize follows the December 19 drawing, where no participant successfully matched all six winning numbers, leaving the jackpot to grow even larger.

Prizes and Payout Options

If someone is fortunate enough to win the jackpot, they will have two available payout options:

• One-time lump sum: A cash payment of $45.5 million.
• Annual payments: An initial payment of approximately $1.5 million, followed by 29 annual payments, each of which increases by 5% annually.

2025: A Year of Mega Millions Winners

2025 has already been a prosperous year for Mega Millions winners, with six jackpot winners being announced so far. The most recent winner claimed a $90 million jackpot in New Jersey on December 2, adding to the year's impressive total of Mega Millions winners.

Winning Numbers and Next Drawing

The winning numbers for the December 23 drawing will be announced at 11:00 p.m. ET. Make sure to check back after the drawing to find out if you've won the jackpot!

How to Play Mega Millions

To play Mega Millions, you need to purchase a ticket, which costs $5. These tickets are available at numerous locations, including:

• Convenience stores
• Gas stations
• Grocery stores

In some states, tickets can also be purchased online. Once you have your ticket, you'll need to select six numbers:

• Five white balls numbered from 1 to 70.
• One gold Mega Ball numbered from 1 to 24.

If you prefer not to choose your own numbers, you can opt for a Quick Pick or Easy Pick option, which will randomly generate your numbers for you.

Multiplier Option

The Mega Millions tickets now feature a built-in multiplier that can increase non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or 10x. This enhancement eliminates the need to pay an extra dollar for the Megaplier, making it simpler to take advantage of this feature.

Where to Buy Mega Millions Tickets

You can purchase Mega Millions tickets in person at various locations, including:

• Gas stations
• Convenience stores
• Grocery stores
• Airport terminals (available in select locations)

Additionally, tickets can be purchased online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier for the USA TODAY Network. Jackpocket services are available in the following states and territories:

• Massachusetts
• New Hampshire
• Puerto Rico
• Washington, D.C.
• West Virginia

Through the Jackpocket app, players can choose their game, select their numbers, place their orders, view their tickets, and collect their winnings all from their phone or computer. Please note that Jackpocket is not affiliated with any state lottery.

For More Information

For additional information about Mega Millions, including winning numbers or details about past winners, you can visit the official Mega Millions website.

For those who may be experiencing a gambling problem, help is available. You can contact the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700 or visit www.ncpgambling.org for support.

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• Mega Millions winning numbers for Dec. 23 drawing: $100 million jackpot

Author: Lucas Grant
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