Quick Info
| Profession | Lottery winner |
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| Nationality | American |
| Birthplace | Georgetown, Kentucky, USA |
Latest News about James Farthing
21/09/2026
James Farthing was arrested in Scott County, Kentucky, after authorities said he was found asleep in a running car in a Walmart parking lot. Reports said he was charged with public intoxication, marking his fifth arrest since winning Kentucky's record Powerball jackpot in April 2025. News coverage also noted that the case was handled by local deputies and court records, with the charge still pending.
27/07/2026
Farthing was previously arrested on domestic-violence-related charges after an alleged incident involving a woman. Coverage at the time said the allegations included strangulation and assault, adding to a series of post-jackpot legal troubles that drew national attention.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Winning a $167.3 million Powerball jackpot in Kentucky in April 2025. |
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Personal Life
| Residence | Kentucky, USA |
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Family
| Mother | Linda Grizzle |
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Career
| Notable event | Won Kentucky's largest-ever Powerball jackpot in April 2025. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He became widely known after winning the Powerball jackpot. | |
| 2. He has been repeatedly reported in connection with arrests after his lottery win. |