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Jose Aguinelo Dos SantosThe oldest man on earth
Date of Birth: 07.07.1888
Country:  Brazil |
Content:
- Jose Aguinelo dos Santos: The Oldest Living Person
- Adult Life and Work
- Historical Milestones
- Verification and Recognition
- Health and Lifestyle
- Personal Attributes
Jose Aguinelo dos Santos: The Oldest Living Person
Early Life and FamilyJose Aguinelo dos Santos was born on July 7, 1888, in Pedra Branca, Brazil, a few months after slavery was abolished in the country. His parents were African slaves, and he was one of five children. Following the abolition of slavery, his family remained in the same location.
Adult Life and Work
Santos moved to São Paulo, Brazil, where he spent most of his life working on a coffee plantation in the city of Bauru. He was 26 years old when World War I began.
Historical Milestones
Santos was 52 when Pele, the Brazilian football legend, was born. He vividly remembers Brazil winning the World Cup in 1950, when he was 62 years old. When Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the throne, Santos was 65 years old and a retiree, unaware of the extraordinary longevity that lay ahead.
Verification and Recognition
Santos' age was officially verified after a thorough investigation by experts. His birth certificate confirms his birth date as July 7, 1888, making him the oldest living person by a significant margin. The Guinness World Records application for his recognition is currently under review.
Health and Lifestyle
Despite his exceptional age, Santos is remarkably lucid and active. He is known for his jovial nature and enjoys singing. He has maintained his hearing and eyesight, has a healthy blood pressure, and walks without a cane. Notably, he smokes a pack of cigarettes daily and has an excellent appetite, but he takes no medication except vitamins.
Personal Attributes
Santos is a bachelor and has never had children. Many jokingly speculate that this may be the secret to his long life. However, Santos himself attributes his longevity to simply enjoying life and each passing day. He advises against dwelling on age and emphasizes the importance of embracing every stage of life.
