Overview

• Hallmark Care Homes said she spent the day at her Lightwater residence "at her own pace" and declined media interviews.
• The Gerontology Research Group and LongeviQuest recognize Caterham as the oldest living person, a title she assumed in April after the death of Brazil’s Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas.
• Born on 21 August 1909 in Shipton Bellinger, Hampshire, she is regarded as the last surviving subject of King Edward VII.
• Her life took her to Hong Kong and Gibraltar with her late husband, Major Norman Caterham; she has three granddaughters and five great-grandchildren who visit regularly.
• She survived COVID-19 in 2020, received a 115th‑birthday card from King Charles III last year, and the all‑time verified longevity record remains Jeanne Calment at 122.