'Thanks for the memories.' NY Lottery icon Yolanda Vega retires and Twitter reacts

Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Yolanda Vega, the well-known and popular host of the New York state Lottery drawings, is retiring after 32 years.

The New York Lottery announced her retirement in a Tweet on Tuesday.

“The Yolanda Vega, our iconic Draw Team member, has retired after an incredible 32 years. We truly hit the jackpot by having her as a part of the New York Lottery family,” the tweet said.

Besides being the host of the drawings, she also presented checks in-person to lotto winners across New York, including making several appearances in Rochester through the years.

The New York Lottery did not say who would replace Vega.

Yolanda Vega retires and Twitter reacts

New York State Lottery's Yolanda Vega presents Karin and Leon Greenberg of Ossining a mock check for winning the New York State Lottery $7 Million Cash Blowout scratch off ticket at the Ossining BP gas station in Ossining on Dec. 8, 2017.

After news of her retirement was released, Twitter lit up with well-wishes and memories from fans.