Winning the lottery is a life-changing event, but one lucky Jamaican man decided to keep his life private by collecting his prize in a spooky disguise. The Super Lotto winner, identified only as A. Campbell, donned the iconic “Ghostface” mask from the Scream movies to remain anonymous while claiming his $158,400,000 Jamaican dollars prize (approximately $1.2 million USD).
Campbell collected his check at the Spanish Court Hotel in Kingston, wearing not just the mask but also a full outfit complete with a coat, pants, and gloves to ensure his identity remained a mystery. His decision to wear the mask follows a trend in Jamaica, where lottery winners often conceal their identities to avoid unwanted attention.
A Win That Came with Mixed Emotions
Campbell purchased the winning ticket for just $1.48 at a local outlet. When he realized he had hit the jackpot, he was overwhelmed.
“I found out I won the same night,” Campbell shared. “I checked my numbers, and when I realized I won, I ran into my bathroom shouting, ‘I won! I won!’”
However, the excitement quickly turned into stress. Campbell revealed he felt physically unwell for days after the realization.
“My head hurt for three days because I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Then I had a stomachache for weeks from the anxiety,” he admitted.
Plans for the Future
Despite the initial shock, Campbell is determined to make his winnings count.
“I want to buy a nice house and expand my business,” he explained. “I like to handle money wisely—I don’t borrow, and I don’t beg. I’m looking at investments that can help my money grow, like buying apartments.”
Campbell’s cautious approach reflects his desire for long-term financial stability. His story also highlights how many lottery winners in Jamaica opt to stay out of the spotlight for safety and privacy.
Interestingly, he isn’t the first Super Lotto winner to use a mask. A previous winner disguised herself with a winking emoji face mask to claim her prize, proving that creativity knows no bounds when it comes to anonymity.
