An 'ordinary bloke' who once lived in Canada is now the world's oldest man

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Robert Weighton, who lived in Canada as Second World War broke out, named world's oldest man at 112

The oldest living man is British pensioner Robert Weighton, who is 112 years old. Born on March 29, 1908, Robert Weighton has officially been confirmed as the new title holder by Guinness World Records , it was announced Tuesday.It is usually customary for adjudicators to meet with record holders in person. However, due tothat have been applied because of the coronavirus pandemic, Weighton was awarded his certificate remotely, at the assisted living home where he lives.

In a video clip posted on the GWR site, he said: "I have never been someone who said 'I want to climb Everest' or sail around the world... I just take life as it comes along." In 1937 he married his wife Agnes, who was also a teacher. Their first child was born in Taiwan, but two years later they left for the U.K..

During the war, the family moved from Canada to Connecticut in the U.S.. While there, Weighton worked in a factory making planes to support Britain's war efforts.

 

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God bless u sir.

Long live sir!! 🙏

I guess Turdeau made him leave?

He cant be 112 in that picture 😮

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