You Win Some, You Lose Some: Lottery Winners Who Lost Everything

Callie Rogers Life Turned Into a Series of Tragic Events After She Won Millions at 16 Years Old

Callie Rogers was just 16 years old when she won £1.8 million (approximately $2.3 million in U.S. dollars). Within a decade, almost all of her winnings were gone and her life has been a series of tragic events.

Almost immediately after her big win, the fame made it difficult to live a normal life. She found herself surrounded by “friends” who were only interested in her money. Tempted by her hefty bank account, she spent huge sums of cash on vacations, cars, and plastic surgery. Now in her thirties, Callie is a mother and has a young son, Blake, who has cerebral palsy. Blake’s condition has left him unable to walk, talk, or swallow properly, and will likely need care for the rest of his life. Of all of Callie’s financial regrets, she says, “It’s my one big regret that the money isn’t here for Blake. He loves sensory stimulation. If I had that money, I’d give him the biggest sensory room you could buy.’ She certainly should have been able to.”