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World’s Oldest Man João Marinho Neto Turns 113 With Family Celebration

Guinness World Records marked the milestone on Instagram, underscoring its ongoing verification of the Brazilian supercentenarian’s title.

Overview

  • Guinness shared photos of Neto’s birthday and said he celebrated with a big party planned by his loved ones.
  • He was verified as the world’s oldest living man in November 2024 at 112 years and 52 days following John Tinniswood’s death.
  • Guinness notes he is the last surviving man born in 1912 and ranks as the 26th oldest man ever recorded.
  • Neto credits his longevity to being surrounded by good people and keeping his family close.
  • In August he sent birthday wishes to 116-year-old Ethel Caterham, in what LongeviQuest called the first documented exchange between the world’s oldest man and woman.