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Understanding Longevity: What is the oldest person to ever live?

The number of supercentenarians, those living to 110 or older, is extremely rare, but one individual holds a truly unparalleled record. When people ask, “What is the oldest person to ever live?”, the documented answer is a French woman who left an indelible mark on the study of aging. Her life offered a remarkable look into the upper limits of the human lifespan.

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What is the longest living person in the United States?

According to the Gerontology Research Group, the official tracker of supercentenarians, the record for the all-time longest living person in the United States differs from the person currently holding the title of oldest living American. This article explores both record holders to answer the question, **what is the longest living person in the United States?**

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Who is the oldest person alive? The current record holder revealed

As of late September 2025, the world's oldest validated living person is Ethel Caterham, a British woman who turned 116 in August. This esteemed title is one of the most exclusive on the planet and is maintained by specialized research groups who meticulously verify each claim of advanced age.

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Has anyone ever lived to be 128 years old? Exploring extreme longevity claims

The longest fully authenticated human lifespan on record belongs to Jeanne Calment of France, who died in 1997 at the age of 122 years and 164 days. Despite frequent reports and rumors of people living longer, no one has ever been scientifically verified to have lived to be 128 years old. The strict verification processes for extreme age claims often reveal discrepancies, misreported ages, or inadequate documentation.

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