John Tinniswood, a retired accountant and former postal service worker from Merseyside, northern England, has been confirmed as the world’s oldest living man at the age of 111 years old. His longevity, he claims, is due to pure luck rather than any special secret related to his diet. His favorite meal is fish and chips, which he enjoys every Friday.
Tinniswood took over the title of the oldest living man from Juan Vicente Perez Mora of Venezuela, who passed away at the age of 114. To verify his age, Guinness World Records consulted with experts and the Gerontology Research Group, which tracks supercentenarians worldwide.
Reflecting on his long life, Tinniswood shared a philosophical perspective, stating that “You either live long or you live short, and you can’t do much about it.” Despite his advanced age, Tinniswood remains interested in the world around him and expressed cautious optimism about the ongoing changes taking place.
The oldest man on record was Japan’s Jiroemon Kimura, who lived to the age of 116. Currently, the oldest living person is Spain’s Maria Branyas Morera, who is 117 years old. Tinniswood’s simple yet profound view on life and longevity serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of existence.
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