111-Year-Old British Man Claims Title of World’s Oldest Man from Guinness World Records

British man John Alfred Tinniswood, 111, has been recognized as the world’s oldest man by Guinness World Records. This recognition came after the previous record-holder, Venezuelan Juan Vicente Pérez Mora, passed away just weeks before his 115th birthday. Another contender, Gisaburo Sonobe from Japan, also passed away at the age of 112, preventing him from claiming the title. Tinniswood received his certificate at the care home where he resides in Southport, northwest England.

Known for being quite the talker, staff at the care home describe Tinniswood as “a big chatterbox.” Born in Liverpool on August 26, 1912, just months after the sinking of the Titanic, Tinniswood has experienced a long life that witnessed two world wars. He served in the British Army Pay Corps during World War II and is now known as the oldest living male World War II veteran.

Tinniswood attributes his longevity to moderation in various aspects of life. He avoids smoking and barely drinks and sticks to no specific dietary plan other than indulging in his favorite fish and chip dinner every Friday. The key to a long life according to him is being moderate in consumption or exertion which he believes can lead to suffering if not done properly. However, he acknowledges that luck plays a significant role in longevity as well. Tinniswood believes one either lives long or short and there isn’t much one can do about it. Maria Branyas Morera from Spain currently holds the title of the world’s oldest woman and oldest living person at the age of 117.