Mesa grandmother, Betty Smith, is celebrating after winning a whopping $1 million jackpot at a casino in Chandler. Smith, 63, was playing her favorite slot machine at Wild Horse Pass Casino when she hit the life-changing jackpot.
The lucky grandmother had been visiting the casino with her daughter and granddaughter when she decided to try her luck at the slot machine. It didn’t take long for the machine to start flashing and ringing out loud, signaling that she had hit the jackpot.
“I couldn’t believe it at first. I thought maybe there was a mistake, but then the casino staff confirmed that I had indeed won $1 million,” Smith said with a big smile on her face.
The exciting win comes at a perfect time for Smith, who had been struggling financially after being laid off from her job a few months ago. She plans to pay off her debts, treat her family to a nice vacation, and put some money aside for her retirement.
“I feel incredibly blessed and grateful for this win. It’s a huge relief knowing that I can take care of my family and myself without any financial worries,” Smith said.
The casino staff congratulated Smith on her win and presented her with a giant check for $1 million. News of her win quickly spread around the casino, with many patrons coming over to offer their congratulations.
Lisa Johnson, a casino spokesperson, said that big wins like Smith’s are always a cause for celebration at the casino.
“We’re thrilled to see our guests win big, especially when it’s a local like Betty. It’s moments like these that make all the hard work and dedication of our staff truly worthwhile,” Johnson said.
As for Smith, she plans to continue visiting the casino regularly, but this time with a lot more confidence in her luck.
“Who knows, maybe lightning will strike twice for me. I’ll definitely be keeping my eyes open for the next big win,” Smith said with a grin.
For now, she is basking in the glow of her million-dollar win and looking forward to a brighter future ahead.