Retired analyst claims top prize in Who Wants To Be a Millionaire quiz show
A correct sequence of 15 answers brought victory for Roman Dubowski, a former IT specialist based in Stockport. He secured a £1m jackpot on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, becoming the seventh contestant to reach the top prize on the long-running programme hosted by Jeremy Clarkson.Confirmation of the result appears in coverage by the BBC, detailing how Dubowski moved through a tense structure requiring precision, calmness, and following careful choices with support tools. From another angle, makers of the ITV series point out that claiming the entire prize is uncommon, marking him as one among the few who have reached the highest tier since its launch.Roman Dubowski said winning the ITV game show was “unreal”, adding that he “had to have a cup of tea” afterwards and “let it sink in”. Recalling how he relied on instinct and recall when he faced the final question, linking a registered symbol to written works and major art pieces. The options included Bass Ale, The Famous Grouse, Coca-Cola, and Stella Artois. Dubowski recognised the red triangle associated with Bass Ale from Édouard Manet’s painting A Bar at the Folies-Bergère, which he had seen at London’s Courtauld Gallery. From there, he started eliminating options, using the 50-50 lifeline.He felt confident as the choices narrowed down, which guided his hand toward Bass Ale. That pick opened the door to one million pounds, an uncommon result within the show’s history. Dubowski plans to buy a new house with the cash prize, followed closely by trips to places like New Zealand and parts of South America. Instead of keeping it all, he will pass portions along, specifically to younger relatives such as his niece and nephew. The win altered personal plans in quiet but meaningful ways.The contestant’s journey to the studio spanned several years. He first applied when the host was Chris Tarrant, then followed by another attempt once the pandemic was over. Last year’s casting call renewed his interest, a decision that resulted in his selection and victory.Among those who have claimed seven-figure prizes stands Dubowski, aligning him with names like Judith Keppel and Pat Gibson. The show’s lasting charm becomes evident through moments such as these, where calm focus meets preparedness to navigate high-pressure decisions.
