Florida man wins multimillion dollar jackpot before tragedy strikes | 20/20 ‘Unlucky Numbers’ Part 1

Abraham Shakespeare was living in a modest home in Lakeland, Florida, working a series of odd jobs, when he won the $30 million Florida Lottery. He took a $17 million lump sum payment, and his generosity became legendary. But as word of his wealth spread, so did the requests. And soon, his good fortune would take a much darker turn. Stream the newest 20/20 ‘Unlucky Numbers’ full episode on Hulu under Season 47, Episode 24.

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