John Tinniswood: World’s Oldest Man Dies at 112, Guinness World Records Reacts
- John Tinniswood, recognized as the world’s oldest living man, has passed away at the age of 112
- Guinness World Records confirmed the development in a statement on Tuesday, November 26, 2024
- Surrounded by love and music, Tinniswood died at a care home in Southport, UK, and his family expressed their deep appreciation to his caregivers and medical staff
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The world's oldest man, John Tinniswood, has reportedly died at the age of 112.
Guinness World Records announced in a statement shared on its website on Tuesday, November 26.
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As reported by Sky News, he died on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the Hollies Care Home in Southport, England, where he resided.
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The statement read:
"Guinness World Records is saddened to learn that John Tinniswood, the world’s oldest man, has died at the age of 112.
"He passed away yesterday (Monday 25 November) at the care home in Southport, England, where he resided."
His family told Guinness World Records in a statement:
“His last day was surrounded by music and love.
“John always liked to say thank you. So on his behalf, thanks to all those who cared for him over the years, including his carers at the Hollies Care Home, his GPs, district nurses, occupational therapist and other NHS staff.”
Who is John Tinniswood?
John Tinniswood was born in Liverpool on 26 August 1912, the year the Titanic sank. He was a lifelong Liverpool FC fan, born just 20 years after the club was founded.
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