Guinness World Records has confirmed the death of John Alfred Tinniswood, the world’s oldest man, at the age of 112.
He died on Monday, November 25, 2024, at his home, the Hollies Care Home in Southport, England.
Guinness World Records confirmed this in a statement posted on its website on Tuesday.
The statement said, “Guinness World Records is saddened to learn that John Tinniswood, the world’s oldest man, has died at the age of 112.
“He passed away yesterday (Monday, November 26) at the care home in Southport, England, where he resided.
“His family told Guinness World Records in a statement: ‘His last day was surrounded by music and love.”
In a statement released on Tuesday, John’s family said, “We are saddened to inform you that John Alfred Tinniswood died peacefully on Monday (November 25), aged 112, at his care home in Southport. His last day was surrounded by music and love.
“John always liked to say thank you. So, on his behalf, thank you to all those who cared for him over the years, including his carers at the Hollies Care Home, his GPs, district nurses, occupational therapists, and other NHS staff. John’s life was one surrounded by love.”
He was born on August 26, 1912, to Ada and John Bernard Tinniswood. He later married his late wife, Blodwen Tinniswood, and they had a daughter named Susan.
A lifelong Liverpool FC fan, he rose to international prominence in April 2024 when Guinness World Records crowned him the world’s oldest man, following the death of Juan Vicente Pérez Mora at the age of 114.
John is survived by his daughter Susan; grandchildren Annouchka, Marisa, Toby, and Rupert; and great-grandchildren Tabitha, Callum, and Nieve.
