Overview

• Ethel Caterham, born August 21, 1909, in Hampshire, England, is now officially the world's oldest living person at 115 years and 253 days.
• The title transitioned to Caterham following the death of Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas, aged 116, on April 30, 2025.
• Caterham is the first Briton to hold the title since 1987 and is the oldest known Briton ever to live.
• She credits her longevity to a positive attitude, moderation, and avoiding arguments, saying, 'I listen and I do what I like.'
• Caterham's life spans six monarchs, two world wars, and numerous historic events, and she remains in good health at her care home in Surrey.