Elizabeth Francis, 114, Becomes Oldest Living American

The Houston resident's longevity attributed to a simple lifestyle and faith, now holds the title after the death of 116-year-old Edie Ceccarelli.

Elizabeth Francis, a 114-year-old Houston resident, has become the oldest living person in the United States following the death of Edie Ceccarelli.
Francis attributes her longevity to God's blessing and a simple lifestyle, including expressing herself freely and maintaining close family ties.
She has lived through significant historical events, including two World Wars, the moon landing, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Family members credit her health to factors such as not smoking, cooking from scratch, and regular physical activity.
Francis is now the fifth-oldest person in the world, with the oldest being 116-year-old Maria Branyas Morera of Spain.