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Ethel Caterham, a 117-year-old resident of a Surrey care home, was recognized as the world’s oldest living person by Guinness World Records in spring 2025 and celebrated her 117th birthday with a quiet party at the home; she is the first British person to reach 117, a last surviving subject of Edward VII, and recently recalled a visit from King Charles III in September as part of her remarkable year of “firsts.”
Britain’s Ethel Caterham, a resident of a Surrey care home, celebrated her 117th birthday and is recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest living person; her long life spans two world wars and major 20th-century events, including surviving COVID-19. She has met King Charles and was born in 1909, placing her among the oldest people ever, though Jeanne Calment still holds the all-time record at 122.
Britain’s oldest living person, 117-year-old Ethel Caterham, who survived Covid-19 at 110, shares her simple secret to a long life—avoid arguments, listen, and do what you like—after a century that spanned the Titanic, two world wars and a meeting with King Charles.
Ethel Caterham, born in 1909 and living in Surrey, marked her 117th birthday as the world’s oldest living person, reflecting on a life that spanned the Titanic, two world wars and six monarchs, and crediting longevity to a simple rule: never argue, listen, and do what you like.
Ethel Caterham, the world's oldest person at 116, attributes her long, healthy life to avoiding arguments, moderation, embracing opportunities, and maintaining a positive mental attitude, highlighting that longevity can be achieved through simple lifestyle choices.
Ethel Caterham, who became the world's oldest person following the death of Sister Inah Canbarro Lucas, celebrated her 116th birthday in Surrey, reflecting a life that included traveling to India as a teenager and marrying in 1933. She lives quietly with her family, and her remarkable longevity is celebrated with warm wishes, though she is not giving interviews this year.
Ethel Caterham, the world's oldest living person at 116 years old, celebrated her birthday quietly in Surrey, just months after inheriting the title following the death of Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas. She is the last living subject of King Edward VII and has outlived her husband and two daughters. Her secret to longevity includes avoiding arguments and doing what she likes. She received a birthday greeting from King Charles III last year.