Maria Branyas Morera, recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest living person, celebrated her 117th birthday on Monday, marking a remarkable milestone in her extraordinary life.
Born on March 4, 1907, in San Francisco, USA, Maria’s record was officially acknowledged in January 2023, following the passing of 118-year-old Lucile Randon from France.
Maria returned to Spain with her family at the age of eight and settled in Catalonia, where she has resided for the entirety of her long and eventful life. For the past 23 years, Maria has been a resident of a nursing home in Catalonia.
Despite facing some challenges with hearing and mobility, Maria remains in good health and spirits, as reported by Eva Carrera Boix, the director of her nursing home. Eva conveyed Maria’s joy in receiving congratulatory messages from well-wishers on her special day and shared her wishes for a happy Monday with everyone.
Remarkably, Maria manages a social media account on X (formerly Twitter), which is expertly handled by her 80-year-old daughter. With a witty description that reads, “I’m old, very old, but not an idiot,” Maria’s account boasts around 16,000 followers who are captivated by her wisdom and humor.
As Maria Branyas Morera enters her 117th year with grace and resilience, her remarkable journey serves as an inspiration to people around the world, highlighting the beauty and vitality of a life well-lived.
