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Jeanne Calment, French super-centenarian; holds records for the world's substantiated longest-lived person (born 1875)

On August 4, in the year 1997, Jeanne Calment, French super-centenarian; holds records for the world's substantiated longest-lived person (born 1875). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of August 4, a notable event in this corner of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Jeanne Calment. Learn more below.

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.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on August 4, 1997 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 24 July 2026.

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