World’s oldest person Ethel Caterham celebrates 117th birthday - CNN
Ethel Caterham, the world's oldest person, celebrated her 117th birthday in the UK. Her life has spanned major historical events, including two World Wars and the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Caterham's longevity provides a unique historical perspective and serves as a case study for human aging and resilience.
The world’s oldest person, British woman Ethel Caterham, celebrated her 117th birthday on Friday. Caterham, who lives in a care home in Surrey, about 25 miles outside London, is the first British person ever to live to 117, according to Guinness World Records (GWR). “I’ve had a lovely day celebrating with my family and friends, and I look forward to seeing what next year brings,” Caterham told the UK’s PA Media news agency. The world’s oldest man, João Marinho Neto, also wished Caterham a happy birthday from his home country of Brazil, GWR reports. Caterham was visited by King Charles in September last year, shortly after her 116th birthday.
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