Who Is the Oldest Person in the World
The oldest verified person in the world is Jeanne Calment of France, who lived to the age of 122 years and 164 days. Her case is documented by longevity researchers and is widely cited as the human longevity record.
How Her Age Was Verified
Experts reviewed birth records, census data, and official documents to confirm her age. The validation followed standard demographic procedures used to check exceptional lifespans.
Where She Lived and What She Ate
Calment spent most of her life in Arles, France. Reports describe a calm lifestyle, regular activity, and a diet that included olive oil and moderate amounts of chocolate. For more background on verified supercentenarians, see the Gerontology Research Group.
