NJ Powerball winner wants his old life back

Comment #89

TNPATL — Fri, 25 Oct 2013 15:48:00 GMT

Just don't do interviews. They can still live a simple life. Just stop talking!!! Win, collect, and shhhhhhhhhhh.

Comment #88

jjtheprince — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 20:05:11 GMT

Oh, and if you buy tickets in New Jersey, or really any state that touches the Atlantic Ocean, you'd better have a plan in place be prepared to win at anytime.

Comment #87

jjtheprince — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 19:56:31 GMT

First big mistake was appearing on the Today show.

If I ever won a nice sum they were somehow lucky enough to get ahold of me ask me for an interview, my reply would be HELL NO!

The best way to deal with being hit up with money requests is to have an attorney or trustee be the bad guy. Just direct all requests to that individual and tell them to always say No.

Comment #86

jamella724 — Sat, 19 Oct 2013 11:49:08 GMT

Winning the lottery has its advantages and disadvantages too, I think it's up to the winner how he is going to perceive such life changing event. I think seeking professionals who can guide you through this event will definitely help.

Comment #85

HaveABall — Wed, 02 Oct 2013 03:12:25 GMT

I agree. Concerning the traveling, I'd probably do what your plan is. Anyhow, I would probably, eventually find traveling to be too much of a hassle, and reduce to two-week travel to a different state/country once annually.

Comment #84

Pita Maha — Sun, 29 Sep 2013 18:04:53 GMT

I know it would feel uncomfortable at first but I'd get good at saying no very quickly, given the sorry examples of those lottery winners who did not say no. If you give away too much of the principal then your income potential decreases. For me, gifts would come out of the investment income versus reducing the principal amount right away. If you give big chunks of money away to people, most won't appreciate it; they'll blow through it then come back for more.

And yeah, I can't see the point... [ More ]

Comment #83

HaveABall — Sun, 29 Sep 2013 04:01:01 GMT

Ooh, an income trifecta

Comment #82

sookie — Sun, 29 Sep 2013 01:45:05 GMT

For me it's real simple, my money and I will give to whom I want. I can and would say no with no problem. I don't know owe anyone anything except to care for my parents. Everyone else can move on to the next lottery winner. I also don't need 4 homes and 14 cars. These winners who lose it all are not thinking clearly and it's their own fault. My favorite word will be no.

Comment #81

Pita Maha — Sat, 28 Sep 2013 16:48:26 GMT

Yes, I see your point. Your last paragraph is spot on, I'm sure that's why you hear of those lottery winners who end up broke. They feel they have no real good reason to say no to requests/demands for money, so they give in. You have to be prepared to lose friends and tick off some people, even become estranged from some overbearing family members.

Comment #80

Artist77 — Sat, 28 Sep 2013 15:55:22 GMT

I think this is a good theory. He will do a reality show then with a wider audience knowing who he is, will then get a book deal.

Comment #79

HaveABall — Sat, 28 Sep 2013 04:14:38 GMT

Truly, if this tidy, net sum jackpot winner can obtain an additional $1M+ net via the media, maybe it is worth the 'looking foolish requirements' to he and his wife. Maybe he and his wife are recently good at reading opportunity and seizing small, open-window time frames that big media companies can afford to pay them quickly for!

I'd probably enjoy watching a 1 season reality show of this couple, if it showed them meeting with attorney and financial professionals, later summing up if/how th... [ More ]

Comment #78

mypiemaster — Sat, 28 Sep 2013 01:41:21 GMT

O'l Willie is just looking for recognition, identity and respect. Trying to make us think, that he is a reluctant participant. in the interviews that he has willingly given. He is obviously interested in becoming some kind of a reality star.

Comment #77

billionaire2bee — Sat, 28 Sep 2013 01:09:57 GMT

My bottom line is i know how to say no....I don't care if i won it or earned it, it's mine and not anybody elses so when I win on my interview and believe me Im giving interviews I'll blantly say this... If I have never heard of you before this big windfall or if you are in fact a relative of mine and I havent talked to you more than once in a year...you can expect to get the same amount of cash from me as you would Donald Trump, Bill Gates, or Warren Buffet and that amount my friend or relative... [ More ]

Comment #76

Teddi — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 19:51:30 GMT

I used to think that, but that's not really true. The people who earn there millions or billions get bombarded with requests as well, the difference is that the lottery winners get a deluge of requests all at once, people who slowly made their fortune got it over the span of time have their requests spread out. Plus those that worked for it usually have a PA or EA who bottleneck those requests before it reaches them.

ALL wealthy people are seen as a walking ATM. If you've ever seen the comme... [ More ]

Comment #75

helpmewin — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 19:49:09 GMT

well said

Comment #74

helpmewin — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 19:48:07 GMT

Comment #73

helpmewin — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 19:44:44 GMT

Comment #72

Pita Maha — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 16:49:47 GMT

Lottery winners seem to be put into a special class of wealthy people by many in society - that of a Walking ATM. I doubt most wealthy people who either earned their money or inherited it get as hassled.

From the various stories of lottery winners, one of their biggest problems is dealing with other people's demands and expectations. It's as if some people think lottery winners absolutely must give them money, no choice. Even if you're a complete stranger walking up to their door from the str... [ More ]

Comment #71

Piaceri — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 13:26:43 GMT

It doesn't matter that he won only $4m. People see $400m. That's the fallacy of doing a lottery pool. People think all the winners get the full jackpot because people are generally ignorant about the process.

Comment #70

Piaceri — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 13:24:49 GMT

THIS!

Just say no, Willie. And take your own advice. Disappear.

Comment #69

Goteki54 — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 13:10:04 GMT

I think Willie is somewhat silly. In essence, he's blaming his lottery win, but it was his own actions which brought attention to himself. No wonder the saying goes that the only thing needed to win a jackpot is dumb luck , because some people who hit aren't that bright.

Comment #68

rowlettewheel — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 11:19:39 GMT

then stop talking to the press!!

when you buy a lottery ticket you understand that the win WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE....PLAN AHEAD PEOPLE ...

Comment #67

TheGameGrl — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 04:43:04 GMT

Willie, until I walk a mile in your shoes I shall refrain from thinking anything negative or derogatory of your situation. I'd just like to borrow them for one week, I can make many things disappear , preferrably debt.

Blessings to you and your family - money cant buy health , just treat it. Money can't buy wisdom, only experience.

May your fathers health improve...cancer is non discriminating...

Comment #66

IPlayWeekly — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 02:47:59 GMT

He should have kept his mouth shut and moved... he's at a different level than the people in his neighborhood.

Comment #65

Six balls — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 02:05:37 GMT

The more I see him, the more I think it would be Don't call attention to yourself, that's less attention for meeeeeee.

Comment #64

noise-gate — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 00:55:34 GMT

Why hasn't Wild Willie taken his own advice?

His words to the latest Multi millionaire Just disappear- Get lost while you still can!!

I am surprised he did not say Don't call a press conference, and for Pete's sake- don't say anything, just smile and wave, smile and wave

Comment #63

MadGeniusDude — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 00:10:24 GMT

Comment #62

Arrowhead — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 21:57:44 GMT

There will always be a percentage---a very small percentage---of people where winning a major Lotto prize ruins their lives .

20 bucks says every one of these people had a significant amount of drama, conflict, and controversy going on in their lives before they won, and now it's magnified because of a big JP win.

The vast majority of folks deal effectively with a big win, and, counter to what many people wrongly maintain, don't blow their windfall on foolishness and recklessness or wish t... [ More ]

Comment #61

Erzulieredeyes — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 20:55:27 GMT

I might be slow but what is the future lesson of the article

Comment #60

Erzulieredeyes — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 20:54:37 GMT

I might be slow, but what is the lesson of the article

Comment #59

Teddi — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 19:02:43 GMT

The funny thing is, I had never heard of nor seen this guy until a MSNBC news article about him yesterday. I did not see the press conference last month with the group, and I don't watch TTS so didn't see him on that either. But here is a concept perhaps ol' Willie isn't aware of: the more interviews you give, the more people know who you are. Keep a low profile and stay out of the media and no one outside of your immediate vicinity will even know who you are. Give it 2 years they would have sai... [ More ]

Comment #58

Teddi — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 18:32:25 GMT

Willie can cry me a freaking river. These people get on my last nerve. Play the lottery and then complain when they actually win money. Boohoo. If you don't want your name in the news or people to call you for interviews, newsflash, STOP GIVING INTERVIEWS. How hard is it to charge your number and have it unlisted. To hear someone who was able to quit working and buy his dream property where all he'll do is go hunting and fishing calling the money that affords him to do that as a curse makes me w... [ More ]

Comment #57

CLETU$ — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 18:18:34 GMT

Have you ever noticed that with the majority of winners you don't hear much about them after their initial win?But with the loser winners like this clown,David Edwards,Whittaker and those other attention whores who do the lottery ruined my life shows are constantly in the news

Comment #56

brees2012 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 16:45:58 GMT

Have to agree , his MISTAKE GOING ON TODAY SHOW , IF you don't want attention ,

then you stay as far away from Cameras . He could of said NO. YOU DON'T READ

where the other winner in his group are on the news .

The media only put out the negitive stories , you never hear about the positive...

Brad Duke won 2003 and his story positive , their's many more out there ...

Winners live in Oregon and Portland they're being quiet ....Winners from Colorado

you hardly hear anythin... [ More ]

Comment #55

hearsetrax — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 16:23:57 GMT

Lesson 4 future lotto winners

http://news.msn.com/us/lottery-winners-stories-of-joy-and-woe

Comment #54

NoShame — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 16:18:38 GMT

I wish people who win the lottery would stop making dumb decisions and then blame it on a curse . Take responsibility for your screwups. Everyone should know by now that winning a jackpot has its risks.

Comment #53

traemiah — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 14:49:27 GMT

Comment #52

haymaker — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 13:58:41 GMT

What's your problem Willie ?

Sure the lottery outed you, but no one forced you to appear on the today show,

I did'nt see you on that B/C I would'nt waste time watching that drivel !

Also I see you have the state police favoritism badge on the windshield of your new truck

Comment #51

sully16 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 11:36:50 GMT

Willies just a tad passive/agressive, he'll survive.

Comment #50

RJOh — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 10:04:23 GMT

Old Gloria brought a home in a gated community and probably hired someone to do her Wal-Mart shopping so she has no reason to go where people would be watching for her.

Comment #49

Anfang71 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 09:16:54 GMT

He ended up with less than $4million and has all this attention (most of which he brought on himself, interviews an such) and does not like it and this an that.

The guy just won $399million and you don't here a fuss about him lol

Old Gloria gave a small written speech for her $590million and maybe a pcture or two but no interviews or such. Or complaints from either of 'em

heheheeh ahhahahaahah

Comment #48

Seattlejohn — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 08:55:50 GMT

Sorry, I have no sympathy for Wild Willie . He should have thought things through before he made a spectacle of himself; the dude obviously loves the attention because he is still giving interviews. He let these people into his life; he's got to deal with the consequences of his actions now...

Comment #47

RedStang — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 05:20:45 GMT

Right wes. I don't know why any winner would agree to go on tv except to get in the screen actors guild.

Comment #46

Arrowhead — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 04:16:41 GMT

All the more reason to end the drama he continues to play out in front of cameras and microphones.

Comment #45

rdgrnr — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 03:39:56 GMT

He likes the attention.

But I wish him good luck with his winnings.

Comment #44

Littleoldlady — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 03:39:37 GMT

Beggars, people who claim to be your relatives though you have never met them, all kinds of business propositions from people you don't know...can be over whelming ...it takes more than just changing your phone number.....you need to move and still need financial advice. For your information, people are so brazen they will hit you up even if you won 400.00 dollars let alone a million. there are people who think they are entitled to what you have..period.

Comment #43

noise-gate — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 03:33:34 GMT

l did not see the press conference on him or his fellow lottery winners but if he appointed himself the spokeman for the group- he should have said what he had to say and end it right there, but no- he decided to make himself available for more interviews and is now crying foul?

That calvary that showed up at his doorstep seeking alms are intent of bleeding him dry.

Comment #42

Six balls — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 02:22:01 GMT

This is why I'd ask the lottery to hold off on the press release/conference (whatever it is they do for people who refuse to do publicity, which is allowed here) until after I was onboard a flight out of the country. Go ahead blood suckers, show up in my driveway, send letters, etc. Ain't gonna bother me none!

I'm certainly not going on Good Morning America or whatever so everyone knows what I look like. I know how to say no, but reducing the number of times I have to is just more effici... [ More ]

Comment #41

HaveABall — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 02:17:25 GMT

, Jill34786. It's a shame that Willie and Donna think they had $4M Net to spend from. Good thing they didn't go out and spend over $500K yet. I think the ending amount of apx.

$2.8M is enough for he and his wife to retire though. I think it's good that they spent on those six necessary, large immediate family items. I hope they can somehow declare their father as a dependent and therefore deduct his high cancer treatment medical expenses on this year's income taxes, payable next year.

Now... [ More ]

Comment #40

En ReVal — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 02:06:49 GMT

I agree! Also, if it such a curse and am sure he has heard of lottery winner stories before, don't play! We are responsible as to who we discuss our lottery winnings with. I think that is why it is so important to get out of town (ASAP). Learn to say no, NO. I play $30 a week on MM and PB and am not gonna let people make it a curse for me, when I win!! It is an investment and a chance of game, don't let people destroy your happiness.

Comment #39

Stack47 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 01:59:52 GMT

https://www.lotterypost.com/news/244611?q=Bunky+Bartlett

Willie isn't the first jackpot winner seeking attention after their win and probably won't be the last. Hey Willie, if you don't want the attention, don't do interviews and don't give out your address and phone number.

Comment #38

Arrowhead — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 01:50:09 GMT

Well, it's a good thing Willie didn't win the whole jackpot himself, or split it just a couple ways.

Dealing with $100-200-300 mil WOULD be a hassle in many ways (not that I'd really complain). Getting help managing it and trusting people to do so. Having your name out there in public and being associated with all those zeros. I could see issues that would not be a barrel of laughs associated with that situation.

But here, on one hand he calls it a life-changing event (it is; but is it rea... [ More ]

Comment #37

onlymoney — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 01:45:24 GMT

I'll take their problem off their hands, just give me the money and you can go back to your old life. Problem solved.

Comment #36

Jill34786 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 01:44:16 GMT

His net take home after all taxes are satisfied will be roughly $2.8 million which is nothing to sneeze at but in the minds of beggars around him they all think he won almost $450 million.

Willie claims he was content with his life and saw no reason to change anything after he won. This mindset as well as his obsession with the limelight is why his nightmare has begun.

Comment #35

dallascowboyfan — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 01:30:13 GMT

hopefully once have moves into his new cabin he will have some peace/ privacy.

Comment #34

mypiemaster — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 01:28:21 GMT

In his mind's eyes, he probably already fancied himself as a player on DUCK DYNASTY. All that name dropping, lil o'l Willie thinks, might get him a part on Duck Dynasty, or at least, a Moosehead commercial. For somebody who claims, that he does not want attention, the whole thing sounds fishy. YOU CAN'T HAVE IT BOTH WAYS. Give back the money, and you can have your old life back, and we see how you feel about that. Probably start whining again.

Comment #33

Erzulieredeyes — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 01:04:59 GMT

I love how lottery winners are always crying and complaining about how their jackpot win is a curse and how they wish they can go back to their normal lives living paycheck to paycheck but are NEVER willing to fork over their jackpot cash and go back to work for their paycheck 2 paycheck living lifestyle..lol

If you've won millions and want to live like u were living paycheck to paycheck that can easily be done by setting a budget. It's much harder to do it the other way around..lol

Just b... [ More ]

Comment #32

Masone — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 00:56:54 GMT

The problem is not the money, it's the people. Doesn't matter that he only got 4 million, the calls will come whether it's 4 million or 100. The life changing event is not the money itself, it's the attention that's coming with the money and how you have to change the way you live.

Not that I would have a problem with that particular issue, just saying that that is his problem. Doesn't say anything about money management issues or anything of that nature.

Comment #31

faber98 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 00:55:32 GMT

you can't sneeze at 4 million calling it nothing in today's economy. it's still a lot. it seems he is more than willing to convey his spending habits and purchases publicly. somewhat of a cartoon character and the press pick up on it to some extent. i guess you have to make yourself as uninteresting as possible and divulge as little information as you can and you will probably be able to fly under the radar with your 4mil. he didn't, and is continuing to be out there. why

Comment #30

RJOh — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 00:36:24 GMT

4 mil should not be such a life-changing event to deal with.

It isn't apparently, all he's done is get a new truck for himself, a new car for the wife and some remodeling of his house and replaced its roof. I know people who have done that with just their savings.

Comment #29

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Comment #28

dpoly1 — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 00:13:36 GMT

If you can't deal with it ............. don't play LOL

Comment #27

luckyshoes — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 00:05:09 GMT

I know what Im goin to say to the media..... Im really lookin forward to the roast beef and then I ll get up out of my chair and leave. lol

Rule 1....if you want people to know you re humble ......dont go tellin them you are. Looks like he wants his 15 minutes of fame stretched to an hour.

Comment #26

Toronto — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 23:16:25 GMT

After taxes he had less than $4 million to call his own, which, as he put it, ain't sh-t in today's economy.

Aww I feel sorry for him :( Not

Comment #25

EdG1955 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 23:10:40 GMT

Money don't cure dumb.

Comment #24

mypiemaster — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 23:04:44 GMT

Heads up, he will be broke in 5-10yrs, and he will blame it on his fans .

Comment #23

HoLeeKau — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:56:11 GMT

I feel sorry for him because he can't be the same person he was. It sounds like he's always been colorful and outspoken, and forthcoming. And now he's being hounded over a measly little 4 million dollars, which really ain't worth s__t in today's world. I agree with him there.

And to a previous poster, he didn't compare himself to Faith Hill and Tim McGraw. He's ticked off that his photo is next to theirs in the Enquirer. He doesn't want to be in the Enquirer at all.

This is exactly why m... [ More ]

Comment #22

delS — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:55:03 GMT

Thats his problem. He does not know how to shut up. On top of that staying in your home and thinking everything will stay normal - is foolish and absent from reality. Im glad Maryland has it where you can claim your prize anonymously. Just as South Carolia. The $400 million powerball winner is getting all his ducks in a row..........

So, let this be a lesson in what not to do.

Comment #21

Arrowhead — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:53:48 GMT

I know the first thing I'd do is talk to the media some more about it...

Comment #20

noise-gate — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:47:43 GMT

His mistake was opening up his pie- hole to the press..Being flamboyant and now regretting somethings is too little too late.

Having long lost relatives showing up is all his doing.l don't feel sorry for this sucker.

Comment #19

mypiemaster — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:45:30 GMT

This is just much ado about nothing. Little ol'Willie, appears to have delusions of grandeur, talking about himself, in the same breath, with Faith Hill and Tim. For a guy who claims that they are bugging him, he sure has an uncanny way of making himself available. It almost sounds like he feels he is not getting enough attention. $4M can be a lot of loot, but it does not compare to the monster jackpots of late. And for his security detail , his shotgun...the whole thing is almost laughable. Lit... [ More ]

Comment #18

traemiah — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:35:01 GMT

I cannot agree with you more, ESR54.

Comment #17

Coin Toss — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:32:42 GMT

Arrowhead,

Maybe I missed something here with good 'ol Willie, but I don't quite get the issue.

It's not like he was the sole winner of a $450 mil jackpot. The JP was split all kinds of ways and the story says he cleared 'less than 4 million' after taxes....

There are undoubtedly a lot of people who don't stop to think swhat his share was, all they know is he won on the night of the $450M jackpot and they're going to put the bite on him.

Comment #16

ESR54 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:30:12 GMT

Mr Willie just wanted to be known, In other words he want people to know him , who he was then and who he is now.ok

Comment #15

KY Floyd — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:25:29 GMT

Yeah. Why would people hound you when you only cleared $4 million

Comment #14

ESR54 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:24:25 GMT

Thanks Members of LP Traemiah, and gma4150, and all the others we will be bless one day just don't try too hard,it will come one day.[.pc

Comment #13

gma4150 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:16:22 GMT

Sorry try as I might I just can't feel sorry for Willie. I play all the lotteries hoping toget lucky one day he wins and all he does is complain.

Comment #12

traemiah — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:12:14 GMT

Dear Mr. Willie:

I am writing about your recent tragedy: Winning the Lotto. The people do apologize for hounding you, but it appears you have caused this at your own free will. Here's a thought- change your number, address, and whatever else you feel would be applicable for your succlusion. Simply put: DO NOT REVEAL YOUR PERSONAL ENDEAVORS TO DISCOURAGE OTHER WINNERS.

By the way, I am unsure if Mr. Willie is an LP member but this was meant in sarcasm.

LP Members, some people have... [ More ]

Comment #11

ESR54 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 22:12:04 GMT

The thing is when you poor or living from pay check to pay check no one know you .Do you ever notice if you hit big people want to be near you?

That's life i suppose, But i would donate to churches, to my families and buy a 4 or 5 bed room House may a pool not too sure because i love the

beach to dip in , Oh a big yard because i love to plant things .But if i choose to, i can keep all for myself , And don't give away anything why ,because I am greeddy.Ha Ha Ha!!!!!!!!.

Comment #10

Kee12 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:52:54 GMT

Ummm wait a minute, the one who took home less than $4m is complaining of exposure as well as giving advice to a huge jackpot winner?... He seem to be trying too hard to be heard.

Comment #9

Artist77 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:47:49 GMT

Bet you all $, this guy is angling for a book deal. Mark my words, I said it first...lol.

Comment #8

JonnyBgood07 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:45:50 GMT

pathetic really....Grow up Willie the wimp

Comment #7

Arrowhead — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:43:11 GMT

So, here's the part I missed the first time---this guy and his group won just LAST MONTH? And he's crying a river already about exposure...while he's still giving interviews

Comment #6

Artist77 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:36:31 GMT

This guy was colorful so the press latched onto him. Going onto a national show was a very poor decision. Telling people how many minutes away he was moving also was a little too specific. We all are getting mixed messages from him...lol

Comment #5

LottoMetro — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:32:01 GMT

And yet....he is still giving interviews.

Comment #4

CLETU$ — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:31:00 GMT

Comment #3

Arrowhead — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:28:52 GMT

Maybe I missed something here with good 'ol Willie, but I don't quite get the issue.

It's not like he was the sole winner of a $450 mil jackpot. The JP was split all kinds of ways and the story says he cleared 'less than 4 million' after taxes.

So, why is this so overwhelming to deal with? That's a nice chunk of change and most folks should certainly be able to retire off that. But you don't need a battery of lawyers/tax guys/ financial planners to handle that amount.

And some folks ca... [ More ]

Comment #2

BuyLow — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:18:38 GMT

Nightmare. I have a written plan for when I win to hopefully avoid these types of situations.

Comment #1

weshar75 — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 21:18:01 GMT

I don't think I would have done the interview on the today show. I know in oregon you have to do the press conference but you can limit what you say to people. I would hate to be hounded bye people though.-weshar75

NJ Powerball winner wants his old life back

Lottery Post — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 20:50:40 GMT

'Wild' Willie says the drama is nonstop

Wild Willie Seeley of Manahawkin, New Jersey, has one piece of advice for the winner of last week's $400 million Powerball jackpot in South Carolina: Run. Just disappear, he said, speaking from hard-won experience. Get lost while you still can.

After Seeley and 15 co-workers from Ocean County's vehicle maintenance garage shared part of an even bigger Powerball jackpot last month, $450 million, the Ocean's 16 celebrated the win at a press conference... [ More ]