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Before his life-changing win, Edwin Castro was known locally for his humble roots. He attended Crescenta Valley High School and was active in Boy Scouts, football, and baseball. His family was modest, and he studied architecture at Woodbury University in Burbank. On a routine day, Edwin stopped by Joe's Service Center on Woodbury Road to buy a Powerball ticket—unaware that this simple act would turn him into the lottery's largest winner in California history.
Following his victory, Edwin kept a low profile initially, likely focusing on organizing his finances and hiring a team of advisors. Public records revealed his identity in early 2023, and from there, he started spending his newfound wealth quite rapidly.