He went on to win the life changing £5.4 million from a £1.40 spin on the King Kong slot game – Betfred’s biggest ever payout. Michael, who worked on minimum wage terms at a mental health unit, and Sherelle, who is a carer for her grandmother, have also shared some of their good fortune with a rough sleeper in Newcastle city centre, paying for him to stay the night in a hotel.Īnd on recalling the decision to play the slots, Michael says that he was left feeling bored with all the post-Christmas TV repeats, and so instead opted to have a go on the slots game.

Right now though, the couple have been busy transforming their wardrobe with the latest designer gear - with Michael splashing £1,000 on a new suit. They're also eyeing up a lush honeymoon to Jamaica and a six-bedroom home in the countryside.

Meanwhile, 27-year-old Sherelle has been promised a brand new sparkling engagement ring, with the pair aiming to have a plush wedding reception at their beloved Newcastle United's St James' Park home. It has already been decided that Michael’s grandmother can expect a new stairlift in her home, and he will treat himself to a new Tesla car after he passes his test, as well as Newcastle United season tickets.