Kristine Wellenstein's $426 Million Mega Millions Win

Kristine Wellenstein held the only jackpot winning ticket for the January 28, 2022 Mega Millions drawing in California.

The winning drawing

The winning numbers were 3, 16, 25, 44 and 55, with Mega Ball 13.

The ticket was sold at a Chevron station in Woodland Hills, California. The final advertised jackpot was $426 million.

Wellenstein later came forward and claimed the prize, choosing the cash option.

Current rules are different

The Mega Millions game changed substantially in April 2025. A 2022 winner article should not be used as a guide to today's ticket price, Mega Ball range, multiplier or jackpot odds.

For current rules, readers should use the site's updated Mega Millions guide.

Wellenstein's win remains a notable California Mega Millions story, but it is best understood as a specific 2022 event rather than an example of current game mechanics.