Idaho Man Wins State Lottery 18 Times Over Three Decades

Robert Bevan, a long‑time resident of Boise, Idaho, has claimed 18 Idaho state‑lottery prizes since his first win in 1997, when he received a Chevrolet Blazer. His winnings have ranged from $1,000 to $200,000, with the most recent prize of $50,000 coming from a King Scratch scratch‑off ticket in May 2026. The lottery office notes that his repeated success is extraordinary, likening it to “lightning striking the same place twice.”

Bevan credits the streak to his 40‑year marriage, saying that playing the lottery with his wife has become a shared habit and a source of good luck. He emphasizes that the relationship, rather than pure chance, is his true advantage, and the couple celebrates their four decades together alongside the winnings.