Michigan Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli shared Hickox’s excitement in a statement. “Winning a prize of $500,000 is a thrill in itself, combined with the excitement of winning on Christmas, and your birthday, from a ticket you received as a gift makes it even more incredible,” she said.
Regarding how Hickox plans to spend her newfound wealth, she said she’ll buy herself a new car, invest some money, give back to her cousin who bought the ticket initially, and also share some of her winnings with her parents.
