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Ben Affleck wins $1 million for charity on ‘Who Wants To Be a Millionaire'
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· July 30, 2026
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Key takeaway He appeared on the program with Jamie Ding, a champion from another quiz show.
A charity is set to receive $1 million thanks to Ben Affleck's win on a game show. He appeared on the program with Jamie Ding, a champion from another quiz show. The two made it to the final round, where they answered a question to secure the prize.
The episode was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and featured a question about turkeys pardoned by US presidents. Affleck and Ding's correct answer earned them the top prize, which will be donated to charity. Further details about the win and the charity that will receive the donation are available from the source, NBC Bay Area.
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Category: local Published: July 30, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A charity is set to receive $1 million thanks to Ben Affleck's win on a game show. He appeared on the program with Jamie Ding, a champion from another quiz show. The two made it to the final round…
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