Michael Larson's extraordinary story is one of brilliance and tragedy, as he famously outsmarted the game show "Press Your Luck" in 1984, winning a staggering $110,237—an unprecedented amount at the time. Larson cracked the show's code by meticulously studying the patterns of the game board and discovering that certain squares never contained a dreaded “whammy,” allowing him to dominate the game like no contestant before. However, his victory was not without controversy, as CBS executives suspected cheating and took drastic measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Following his windfall, Larson's life took a dark turn, involving questionable investments and ultimately leading to his untimely death from cancer at the age of 49. This episode explores Larson's rise and fall, highlighting the fine line between genius and greed, and the lasting impact of his actions on game show history.
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