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Jeanne Calment
February 21, 1875 – August 4, 1997
Oldest verified person in history (1875–1997)
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Jeanne Louise Calment was a French supercentenarian who is the oldest person in recorded history whose age has been verified, with a documented lifespan of 122 years and 164 days. Her longevity attracted media attention and medical studies of her health and lifestyle. Calment is the only person in history who has been verified to have reached the age of 120 years.
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- Birthday · February 21
- Anniversary · August 4
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