Dolores McNamara
Dolores McNamara is a notable figure in Irish lottery history, having become the first-ever EuroMillions winner in July 2005. She made headlines when she won over €115 million, a record-breaking amount at the time, which transformed her life and brought significant media attention. Her win not only made her a millionaire but also placed her in the public eye, as she navigated the challenges and opportunities that come with sudden wealth. Since her landmark win, McNamara has been a symbol of luck and fortune in Ireland, representing the life-changing potential of playing the lottery.
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Dolores McNamara from Limerick is perhaps Ireland’s best known winner, having taken home over €115m in prize money in July, 2005.
EuroMillions winning ticket worth €17m was sold in Ireland – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-13Dolores McNamara won the largest ever EuroMillions jackpot of €115 million in 2005.
Whatever happened to the €115m lotto winner? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18
Dolores McNamara from Limerick became Ireland’s first EuroMillions winner, banking more than €115 million.
Ireland’s EuroMillions winner bought their €250 million winning ticket in Munster – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18
Dolores McNamara became Ireland’s first EuroMillions winner, banking more than €115 million.
Winning ticket for €250m EuroMillions draw sold in Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18Dolores McNamara from Limerick became Ireland’s first EuroMillions winner, banking more than €115 million.
Winning ticket for €250m EuroMillions draw sold in Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-17