John Tinniswood: World’s Oldest Living Man Celebrates 112th Birthday

The world’s oldest living man John Tinniswood is celebrating his 112th birthday.

John celebrated the birthday milestone at a care home in Southport, England with family and friends.

John was born in August 26, 1912.

While celebrating his birthday, John said he does not feel his age or get excited over it.

 “In all honesty, no different. I don’t feel that age, I don’t get excited over it. That’s probably why I’ve reached it. I just take it in my stride like anything else,”

“I can’t think of any special secrets I have. I was quite active as a youngster; I did a lot of walking. But to me, I’m no different [to anyone]. No different at all.” John said.

The Guinness World Records has named 116-year-old Tomiko Itooka as the world’s oldest living woman and oldest living person.

Tomiko, from Japan, was born on May 23, 1908.

Tomiko lives in a nursing home in the city of Ashiya, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan.

According to Guinness World Records, she’s lived there since 2019, having previously lived at home with her two daughters until the age of 110.

Tomiko celebrated her 116th birthday three months ago, receiving flowers and a cake which she didn’t like as well as a card from the city’s mayor.

She communicates clearly, despite being hard of hearing, and routinely expresses gratitude towards her carers.

Bananas are her favourite food, and she drinks Calpis (a milky, acidic drink) every morning.