Peru's Oldest Resident Passes Away at 125

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A 125-year-old Peruvian farmer who spent most of his life as the lone caretaker of an abandoned Andean estate has died from age-related causes, making him the oldest known resident of Peru.

Why it matters

The death of Peru's oldest living person shines a light on the country's rural communities, where some of the world's longest-lived individuals have been found, often living simple, isolated lifestyles.

The details

The farmer, whose name was not released, spent decades living alone on the remote estate, tending to the land and animals there. He was believed to be the oldest person in Peru, and one of the oldest people in the world.

• The farmer died on March 30, 2026.
• He was 125 years old at the time of his passing.