Steve Thompson, a self-employed builder from West Sussex, won £105 million in 2019 but is reportedly missing his old life and the camaraderie of the construction site.
Friends reveal that Thompson, a humble and modest individual, feels the drastic change in his life since the lottery win.
Unhappy EuroMillions Winner: Jane Park’s Struggles
Jane Park, Britain’s youngest EuroMillions winner at 17, shared her regrets on a US TV show.
She highlighted the downsides of winning £1 million in 2013, citing struggles with stalkers, death threats, and negative media attention.
Park expressed dissatisfaction with the impact of the windfall on her life.
Marriage Crumbles After Jackpot: Gareth and Catherine Bull’s Turmoil
Gareth and Catherine Bull, who won a £40.6 million EuroMillions jackpot in 2012, faced marital issues leading to divorce.
Gareth’s nine-month affair with Donna Desporte became public, detailing expensive trips and secrecy to avoid his wife’s knowledge.
The couple’s relationship ultimately crumbled amidst public scrutiny.
Drug-Fueled Parties and Assault: Callie Rogers’ Downfall
Callie Rogers, the youngest UK lottery winner at 16, faced a tumultuous life after winning £1.8 million in 2003.
She spent lavishly on cosmetic surgeries, drug-fueled parties, and designer clothes.
Rogers suffered assault, lost custody of her children, and faced bankruptcy, calling for better protections for young lottery winners.
Meghan Markle’s Father: A Rollercoaster Ride After Lottery Win
Thomas Markle, who won $750,000 in 1990, invested in his children’s education and businesses but faced financial setbacks, including bankruptcy in 2016.
Meghan Markle’s acting career and eventual marriage to Prince Harry are attributed, in part, to her father’s lottery win.
£10 Million Fortune Lost: Michael Carroll’s Rise and Fall
Michael Carroll, dubbed the “Lotto Lout,” won £9.7 million in 2002, leading to a life of excess, legal troubles, and bankruptcy by 2013.
After living on Jobseeker’s Allowance, Carroll found stability working as a coal miner in Scotland, revealing a calmer life in 2021.
John McGuinness’ Sporting Dream Ends in Financial Ruin
John McGuinness, a hospital porter who won £10 million in 1997, lost his fortune investing in Livingston Football Club, which went into administration.
He spoke out in 2012 about his regret over the failed venture, blaming others for his financial downfall.
Tragic End for Abraham Shakespeare: From Riches to Murder Victim
Florida man Abraham Shakespeare won $30 million in 2006 but mysteriously disappeared less than two years later. Found murdered, prosecutors implicated DeeDee Moore, who befriended and financially exploited Shakespeare.
Moore, now serving a life sentence, maintains her innocence and supports a bill to keep jackpot winners’ names confidential.
Jack Whittaker’s Cursed Windfall: Robberies and Family Tragedies
Jack Whittaker, a West Virginia businessman, won £261 million in 2002, facing a series of robberies and personal tragedies.
Losses included family members’ deaths, his home burning down, and Whittaker’s own death in 2020 at the age of 72.
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