María Branyas Morera, World’s Oldest Person, reaches the age of 117

SPAIN — María Branyas Morera, the World’s Oldest Person, has reached the age of 117, becoming only the 11th person in history to have done so.

Branyas is the 11th oldest person in human history.

She became the World’s Oldest Person on January 17th, 2023 after the death of Lucile Randon of France. Randon passed away at the ripe old age of 118.

Born on the Pacific Coast in San Francisco in 1907, Branyas moved with her family to Catalonia in 1915 and has lived in the region for over a century.

Recognized as the Oldest Living Person in Spain since December 2019, Branyas is also the oldest person ever born in California.

LongeviQuest Chief Executive Ben Meyers, who met  Branyas in March 2023, states, “María Branyas Morera’s longevity has entered historic territory. Having met her a year ago, I am not surprised she has reached this milestone.

“She is surrounded by loving family, friends, and caregivers and she seemed to have a zest for life. We wish her utmost happiness as she celebrates her birthday with her loved ones.”