SuperLotto Plus Winners by Year: The Biggest Wins in California Lottery History
Every Wednesday and Saturday, thousands of Californians check their SuperLotto Plus tickets hoping to join the exclusive club of jackpot winners. Since its launch in 1986, the game has created dozens of millionaires — from a civil servant who quietly matched all six numbers at a Woodland 7-Eleven, to a group of seven who split a jaw-dropping $315 million prize. Here is a complete look at Super Lotto Plus winners by year, plus the all-time biggest wins in the game’s history.
What Is SuperLotto Plus?
SuperLotto Plus is California’s flagship state lottery game, operated exclusively by the California Lottery. It is the only single-state draw lottery game available to California residents. Tickets cost just $1 per play.
To enter, players pick five main numbers from 1 to 47 and one Mega number from 1 to 27. Drawings take place every Wednesday and Saturday at 7:45 PM Pacific Time. To win the jackpot, you need to match all five main numbers plus the Mega number. The jackpot starts at $7 million and grows with every rollover until someone wins.
| Game Feature | Detail |
| Official Ticket Price | $1 per play |
| Draw Days | Wednesday & Saturday |
| Number Range | 5 from 1–47 + Mega 1–27 |
| Starting Jackpot | $7 million |
| Jackpot Odds | 1 in 41,416,353 |
| Any Prize Odds | 1 in 23 |
| Prize Tiers | 9 prize categories |
| Group Claims | Up to 100 people allowed |
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SuperLotto Plus Winners by Year (2020–2025)
The game averages roughly two jackpot wins per year, though some years see more action than others. Below is a year-by-year summary of recent Super Lotto Plus winners.
| Year | Jackpot | Location | Notes |
| 2025 | $50 Million | Westlake Village | Largest jackpot of the year; ticket sold at Village Spirit Shoppe |
| 2024 | $54 Million | Woodland | Terry Thomas claimed prize in December; ticket from 7-Eleven |
| 2024 | $47 Million | Artesia | Dec 11 drawing; numbers 11, 19, 24, 38, 41, Mega 26 |
| 2024 | $20 Million | Los Angeles | February win; ticket from Y & Y Market |
| 2023 | $82 Million | Victorville | M. Shadoian; highest jackpot in 15 years at the time |
| 2022 | $41 Million | California | November 12 draw win |
| 2022 | $27 Million | California | July 13 draw win |
| 2021 | Multiple wins | Various CA cities | Draws held twice weekly; jackpot starts at $7M each reset |
| 2020 | Multiple wins | Various CA cities | Standard rollover pattern throughout the year |
2025 — $50 Million Winner in Westlake Village
The biggest SuperLotto Plus jackpot of 2025 was claimed after a ticket purchased at Village Spirit Shoppe in Westlake Village matched all six winning numbers: 3, 13, 27, 32, 39, and Mega number 4. It was also the first major jackpot win following a $30 million ticket sold in Cotati earlier that year. The retailer received a $250,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
2024 — Three Jackpot Winners
1) February 3, 2024 — $20 Million: A ticket purchased at Y & Y Market in Los Angeles kicked off the year’s jackpot wins.
2) July 20, 2024 — $54 Million: One of the year’s biggest prizes went to a NorCal winner whose ticket came from a 7-Eleven on Cottonwood Street in Woodland. The winner, Terry Thomas — a lifetime civil servant — came forward in December to claim his prize. The jackpot had been rolling since early February across 48 draws, during which the California Lottery raised more than $50 million for public education from SuperLotto Plus sales alone.
3) December 11, 2024 — $47 Million: A holiday-season jackpot was claimed on a ticket sold at Fresh Catch Seafood Market at 11618 South St. in Artesia. The winning numbers were 11, 19, 24, 38, 41, and Mega number 26.
2023 — $82 Million Winner in Victorville
The standout win of 2023 was one of the game’s most significant in over a decade. M. Shadoian claimed an $82 million jackpot after purchasing a single winning ticket at Spring Valley Market in Victorville. The jackpot had been rolling for nearly nine months before Shadoian’s ticket ended the streak. Shadoian declined to issue a public statement, choosing to remain private. The retailer received $410,000 as a selling bonus — one of the largest in recent memory.
2022 — Two Notable Jackpot Wins
Two jackpots were won in 2022. In July, a $27 million prize was claimed, followed by a $41 million jackpot won on November 12. Both were standard single-ticket wins across the twice-weekly draw schedule.
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The Biggest SuperLotto Plus Jackpots of All Time
SuperLotto Plus has produced some of the largest state lottery jackpots in U.S. history. Here are the top five biggest prizes ever awarded:
1) $315 Million (November 2005) — Seven-Way Split
The largest single jackpot in SuperLotto Plus history came in November 2005, but it was shared among seven lucky ticket holders who each matched all six numbers. While the total prize was $315 million, the split meant each winner took home a portion of that record pot. It remains the highest jackpot ever reached in the game’s history.
2) $193 Million (February 16, 2002) — Three-Way Split
Three winners shared a $193 million jackpot in February 2002 — the result of 11 consecutive rollovers that built the prize to an extraordinary level. After taxes, each winner walked away with approximately $32.1 million. This prize set a California Lottery record for the largest jackpot in state history at the time.
3) $141 Million (June 23, 2001) — Record Individual Win
Alcario Castellano holds the record for the largest single-ticket SuperLotto Plus jackpot win by an individual. On June 23, 2001, Castellano matched all six numbers to claim the full $141 million prize. After taxes, he took home $42.3 million — still the biggest undivided jackpot win in the game’s history.
4) $118.8 Million (April 17, 1991) — 54 Winners
One of the most unusual jackpot events in California Lottery history occurred in April 1991, when 54 individual tickets all matched the winning numbers for a $118.8 million prize. With so many winners splitting the pot, each walked away with approximately $2.2 million after taxes — a remarkable outcome for what was then one of the biggest lottery jackpots in the state.
5) $82 Million (August 2023) — Victorville Winner
Shadoian’s $82 million win in Victorville was not just a personal milestone — it was the highest SuperLotto Plus jackpot in 15 years at the time it was claimed. The near-nine-month rollover streak made it one of the most anticipated jackpot wins in recent California Lottery history.
How Many People Win SuperLotto Plus Each Year?
SuperLotto Plus has produced 90 jackpot winners across its 41-year history, with an average of roughly two jackpot wins per year. The peak year was 2012, which saw 13 jackpot winners — an unusually active period driven by quicker rollover cycles.
The number of winners in any given year depends on how quickly a jackpot is won. When the jackpot rolls over many times, it grows large and generates more ticket sales — which increases the odds that multiple tickets match the winning numbers in the same draw.
- Short rollovers (3–5 draws): jackpot stays smaller, fewer ticket buyers
- Long rollovers (30+ draws): jackpot grows significantly, ticket sales surge
- In rare cases, multiple tickets match the same draw (like the 54-winner 1991 jackpot)
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What Happens After You Win SuperLotto Plus?
Winning the SuperLotto Plus jackpot sets off a specific claiming process through the California Lottery. Here is what winners need to know:
Claiming Your Prize
- Prizes up to $599 can be collected at any participating California Lottery retail location
- Prizes over $599 must be claimed at a California Lottery District Office or by mail
- Winners must bring a completed Winner Claim Form along with the winning ticket
- Jackpot winners have 180 days from the draw date to come forward and claim their prize
- Group or syndicate wins allow up to 100 people to file a multiple ownership claim
Taxes
Lottery winnings are subject to both federal and California state income tax. The after-tax amount can vary significantly depending on the payment option chosen and the winner’s total income. Winners are strongly advised to consult a financial advisor before claiming a large prize.
| Second Chance Draws
Every SuperLotto Plus ticket — including non-winning tickets — comes with a Second Chance entry code. Submit it on the California Lottery website for a chance to win five prizes of $15,000 each in the weekly Second Chance draw. You get 1 entry for every $1 spent on SuperLotto Plus tickets. |
Could You Be the Next SuperLotto Plus Winner?
With draws twice a week and a jackpot that starts at $7 million and keeps growing until someone wins, SuperLotto Plus gives California players a regular shot at a life-changing prize. The game has awarded 90 jackpots since 1986 — and the next one could be yours.
Check your latest SuperLotto Plus results at WeLoveLotto.com — results are posted within minutes of every draw, so you’ll never have to wait long to find out if you’ve won. And if your ticket didn’t hit the jackpot, don’t throw it away: enter the Second Chance code for an additional shot at $15,000.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the biggest SuperLotto Plus jackpot ever?
The biggest total jackpot in SuperLotto Plus history was $315 million, won in November 2005 and split among seven winners. The largest individual undivided win belongs to Alcario Castellano, who claimed the full $141 million jackpot on June 23, 2001.
How many SuperLotto Plus jackpots are won each year?
On average, approximately two jackpot winners emerge each year. The highest single-year total was 2012, which saw 13 jackpot wins. The number varies depending on rollover streaks and ticket sales volume.
How do I claim a SuperLotto Plus jackpot prize?
You have 180 days from the draw date to claim a SuperLotto Plus jackpot. Visit a California Lottery District Office or mail a completed Winner Claim Form along with your winning ticket. Prizes above $599 cannot be redeemed at retail locations.
What are the odds of winning SuperLotto Plus?
The odds of winning the SuperLotto Plus jackpot are 1 in 41,416,353. However, the overall odds of winning any prize in the game are much better — 1 in 23 — thanks to nine different prize tiers.
Can a SuperLotto Plus jackpot be split between multiple people?
Yes. If more than one ticket matches all six winning numbers in the same draw, the jackpot is divided equally among all winning tickets. Up to 100 people can also make a group multiple-ownership claim on a single winning ticket.
Where can I check the latest SuperLotto Plus winning numbers?
You can check SuperLotto Plus results at WeLoveLotto.com, which is updated immediately after every Wednesday and Saturday draw. Results are also available on the official California Lottery website and mobile app.
