The winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing held on December 12, 2025, have been announced, with the jackpot soaring to an estimated $70 million, or a cash option of $32 million. The drawn numbers are 59, 58, 10, 50, and 55, with the Mega Ball being 5.
As excitement builds, lottery enthusiasts are wondering if anyone has clinched the jackpot. Results will be updated soon to confirm any winners. The next opportunity to play will be on Tuesday, December 16, with drawings occurring every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. Additionally, players in Michigan can purchase tickets in-store or online until 10:45 p.m. on drawing nights.
Playing Mega Millions costs $5 per ticket, where participants select six numbers from two separate pools—five white balls from numbers 1 to 70 and one gold Mega Ball from numbers 1 to 24. Players also have the option of using Easy Pick/Quick Pick for convenience.
In a notable change, the Mega Millions game has retired its Megaplier feature and introduced a built-in multiplier, increasing non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four, five, or even ten times, maximizing the excitement for players.
The prizes vary, with the jackpot awarded for matching all five white balls and the Mega Ball. Other prize tiers include substantial amounts ranging from $10 to $2 million, based on how many numbers are matched.
With the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot being 1 in 290,472,336, it remains a rare but thrilling opportunity for millions of participants. Players can watch the drawing live on YouTube, with winning numbers also posted on the Mega Millions and Michigan Lottery websites.
Jackpot winners are faced with the important choice of receiving their winnings either as a lump-sum cash payment or through an annuity option that spreads payments over 30 years, offering financial stability against inflation.
As interest continues to rise for upcoming draws, players are hopeful for a chance to change their lives with a significant Mega Millions win.