World’s Oldest Person, Ethel Caterham, Turns 117
Ethel Caterham, recognized as the world's oldest living person, is celebrating her 117th birthday on Friday.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 21, 2026 —
Ethel Caterham, widely recognized as the world’s oldest living person, is set to celebrate a significant milestone on Friday: her 117th birthday.
Born in 1907, Caterham has lived through an extraordinary span of history, witnessing major global events and technological advancements. Her longevity places her among an elite group of individuals who have reached such an advanced age.
Details regarding specific birthday celebrations or her current condition were not immediately available. Information about the precise location of her residence or any public events planned for her birthday was also not provided in the summary.
As the world’s oldest living person, Caterham holds a unique position in demographic and human interest stories. Supercentenarians, individuals aged 110 or older, are rare, and those who reach 117 years are exceptionally uncommon.
Further details about Caterham’s life, her experiences, or any insights into her remarkable longevity have not been disclosed.
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