Lotto winner gives away $6.6 million
Published: May 22, 2006
FOR a man who won more than $6.6 million on the lottery two months ago, Bob Bradley’s bank balance is looking decidedly modest.
For the 83-year-old great grandfather, as well as giving a huge amount to children’s charities, has blown his fortune helping to make the dreams of his family and friends come true.
The generous war hero has rejected flash cars, expensive holidays and a move to a luxury mansion in favour of splashing out his jackpot on others.
He said: ‘I haven’t kept any money myself. I can just give my family all they ever wanted. That is all I want - I have had my life more or less, so this win is for their benefit.’
Mr Bradley has bought a $130 thousand Mercedes ML car for son Barry, 58 - but is happy to get lifts when he wants to go out.
He is leaving his modest council semi but only to move in with his grandson after buying him a $1 million five-bedroom home.
The pensioner has also invested a big chunk of cash in an expansion of the hair salon which his grandson Chris Bradley, 35, runs with his wife Geraldine, 36.
He has given his 16-year-old great-grandson a $47 thousand motorhome to transport his motocross bikes to races. His 14-year-old great grandaughter wanted only an $15 pet rabbit out of his winnings.
Mr Bradley, who took part in the D-Day landings, said: ‘I want nothing for myself but everything for my family. I want to make sure their dreams come true This win means my family will never have to worry about money - I’ll set them all up with what they want and just enjoy doing that.’
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