Who Is the Oldest Person to Exist?
The oldest verified person in recorded history is Jeanne Calment of France. She lived to the age of 122 years and 164 days, according to official gerontology research.
How Old Was Jeanne Calment?
Jeanne Calment was born on February 21, 1875, and died on August 4, 1997. Her longevity is documented by the Gerontology Research Group and supported by multiple official records.
What Are the Oldest Verified Ages?
The table below lists the oldest verified individuals and their ages at death. All ages are based on validated documents and scientific review.
For more details on verified supercentenarians, see the Gerontology Research Group's validated list at GRG Supercentenarians.
