World's oldest living person just turned one year older. Meet Ethel
Ethel Caterham is the first British person to reach the age of 117. She lives in a care home in Lightwater, Surrey, where she stays active through nature, games, and music. Caterham celebrated her birthday with guests and a Frank Sinatra impersonator. She credits her long life to a positive spirit and a philosophy of listening to others while following her own path.
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Ethel Caterham becomes first Briton to reach 117
Ethel Caterham is the first British person to reach the age of 117. She lives in a care home in Lightwater, Surrey, where she stays active through nature, games, and music. Caterham celebrated her birthday with guests and a Frank Sinatra impersonator. She credits her long life to a positive spirit and a philosophy of listening to others while following her own path.
Why it matters
Caterham's age establishes a new longevity record for British citizens. Her lifestyle in a care home emphasizes the role of social engagement and mental activity in extreme old age.
What is confirmed
- Ethel Caterham is the first British person to reach age 117.
- Caterham resides in a care home in Lightwater, Surrey.
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- Updates on Caterham's health or further age milestones
- Official verification of her status as the world's oldest living person
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Ethel Caterham celebrates 117th birthday as world's oldest living person
Ethel Caterham has reached the age of 117, making her the first British person to achieve this milestone. Currently residing in a care home, she maintains an active lifestyle through music, games, and nature. For her most recent birthday celebration in Lightwater, Surrey, Caterham hosted guests and a Frank Sinatra impersonator. She attributes her longevity to a positive spirit and a personal philosophy of listening to others while continuing to follow her own path.
Why it matters
Born in 1909, Caterham has lived through the COVID-19 pandemic, six British monarchs, and two World Wars. Her status as the oldest living person places her in a rare demographic of supercentenarians.
What is confirmed
- Ethel Caterham is 117 years old.
- Caterham is the first British person to reach age 117.
- Caterham was born in 1909.
- Caterham celebrated her birthday in Lightwater, Surrey.
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- Caterham attributes her longevity to listening to others but following her own path.
- Caterham hosted a Frank Sinatra impersonator for her most recent birthday.
- Caterham remains active in her care home by enjoying music, games, and nature.
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- Official verification of her status by international longevity registries
- Updates on her health and upcoming milestones
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World's oldest person Ethel Caterham turns 117
Ethel Caterham, the world's oldest person, has turned 117 years old. She celebrated her birthday in Lightwater, Surrey, with family and friends. Born in 1909, Ethel has lived through two World Wars, six British monarchs, and the COVID-19 pandemic. She is the first-ever British person to reach the age of 117.
Why it matters
Ethel Caterham's longevity and life experiences make her a remarkable individual. At 117, she has witnessed significant historical events and societal changes throughout her life. Her birthday celebration is a notable event, highlighting her exceptional life and experiences.
What is confirmed
- Ethel Caterham is the world's oldest person.
- Ethel Caterham turned 117 years old.
- Ethel Caterham was born in 1909.
- Ethel Caterham has lived through two World Wars.
- Ethel Caterham has lived through six British monarchs.
- Ethel Caterham survived the COVID-19 pandemic at the age of 110.
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- Ethel Caterham's future health and well-being
- Any records or celebrations marking her 118th birthday
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- CNN — World’s oldest person Ethel Caterham celebrates 117th birthday
- BBC — World's oldest person celebrates turning 117 in Lightwater
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- The Independent — World’s oldest person who survived Covid at 110 shares her secret to a long life
- Yahoo — World’s oldest person celebrates 117th birthday: ‘I’ve had many firsts this year’
- Guinness World Records — World's oldest person Ethel Caterham becomes first-ever Brit to reach age 117
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- People.com — World’s Oldest Living Person Celebrates 117th Birthday with Family and Friends
- www.pulse.ng — From travelling alone to India at 18 to meeting King Charles at 116: The extraordinary life of 117-year-old Ethel Caterham