111-year-old British man born the same year the Titanic sank is now world’s oldest man
At 111 years and 224 days old, John Alfred Tinniswood, hailing from England, has clinched the esteemed title of the world’s oldest living man. This announcement was made by Guinness World Records on Friday, following the passing of the former record holder, Juan Vicente Pérez, at the age of 114.
In an interview conducted by Guinness, Tinniswood, upon receiving his certificate, philosophically remarked, “You either live long or you live short, and you can’t do much about it.” Despite attributing his longevity to luck, Tinniswood shared a piece of advice on moderation in life, cautioning against excessive indulgence in any aspect, be it drinking, eating, or physical activity.
Born on August 26, 1912, in Liverpool, Tinniswood has witnessed the unfolding of history, having lived through two world wars, the Great Influenza, and the Covid-19 pandemics. Notably, he holds the record for being the oldest surviving male World War II veteran. It’s a remarkable coincidence that he was born in the same year as the sinking of the Titanic.
A devoted supporter of Liverpool Football Club, Tinniswood has experienced the highs and lows of his team’s achievements, witnessing all nineteen league title wins and all eight FA cup victories.
Presently, the great-grandfather resides in a care home located in the English seaside town of Southport. Care home manager Katie Howard expressed her admiration for Tinniswood, describing him as an “amazing individual with so many stories to tell.” She added that he enjoys keeping up with current events by reading the paper and listening to the radio.
Meanwhile, the title of the world’s oldest living woman is held by 117-year-old Maria Branyas Morera, who resides in Spain.
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