Joanne Bell, 43, from Stockton, has won a life-changing £50,000 at Mecca Bingo on Chandlers Wharf. The mother of four was playing the National Bingo Game with her mum, sister, and niece when she unknowingly hit the jackpot by calling ‘house’ within the first 16 numbers.
“I didn’t even realise I’d won until everyone around me started celebrating! It was so surreal,” Joanne said.
A regular bingo player, Joanne believes her niece brought her luck that night. In celebration, she’s decided to share the winnings with her family. “My mum’s retiring early now! She deserves it after working so hard all her life,” Joanne added.
With plans to renovate her home and take her first-ever holiday abroad, Joanne is making her family’s dreams come true.
Jess Heron, Mecca Bingo Stockton’s caller, said, “The atmosphere was electric. It was amazing to see the whole room come together to celebrate Joanne’s big win!”