Jeanne Louise Calment is remembered worldwide as the longest-lived human being ever verified through complete and carefully examined documentation. Born on February 21, 1875, in the warm and historic town of Arles in southern France, she lived an exceptional 122 years and 164 days, finally passing away on August 4, 1997.
Her life continues to fascinate scientists, historians, medical researchers, and the general public because her longevity was accompanied by a personality and lifestyle unlike any other. Jeanne’s story is supported by a vast collection of reliable records, including birth certificates, marriage documents, census entries, legal files, and extensive photographic evidence. Experts in demography and longevity have studied these materials for decades and agree without hesitation that Jeanne Calment holds the undisputed record for the longest confirmed human lifespan.
The Guinness World Records recognizes her as the oldest verified person in
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