Sister Inah Canabarro, a Brazilian nun and devout soccer fan, is now recognized as the world’s oldest living person at nearly 117 years old. LongeviQuest, a supercentenarian tracking organization, validated her age based on early life records. Despite health challenges, she remains active in spirit, known for her humor and faith, which she credits for her longevity. Canabarro, a former teacher and marching band founder, even counts a former military dictator among her students and boasts a lifelong love of Inter, her local soccer club.
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Tomiko Itooka, the world’s oldest living person, passed away peacefully on December 29th, 2024, at age 116. Born in 1908, she led a remarkable life, overcoming wartime challenges and maintaining an active lifestyle well into her advanced years, marked by her devotion to Buddhism and frequent hiking. Her age was officially verified by multiple organizations, including the Gerontology Research Group. Following her death, Inah Canabarro Lucas of Brazil assumed the title of world’s oldest living person.
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John Tinniswood, the world’s oldest man, passed away at age 112 in Southport, England. Born in 1912, he attributed his longevity to luck, though he also advocated moderation. Tinniswood served in the Royal Army Pay Corps during World War II and later worked for Shell and BP, maintaining a lifelong love of Liverpool Football Club and Friday fish and chips. He is succeeded by 116-year-old Tomiko Itooka of Japan as the world’s oldest living person.
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