Brazil’s João Marinho Neto Marks 113th Birthday Surrounded By Loved Ones
Brazil’s João Marinho Neto Marks 113th Birthday Surrounded by Loved Ones
By Hednews International Desk | October 18, 2025 | Apuiarés, Ceará, Brazil
Supercentenarian João Marinho Neto, officially recognised as the world’s oldest living man, celebrated his 113th birthday on 5 October 2025 in his hometown of Apuiarés, in the Brazilian state of Ceará.
🎉 A Celebration to Remember
The milestone birthday party was a warm, family-centred occasion, with João seated behind a large birthday cake decorated in blue icing and sporting golden accessories—including candles spelling out his name and age. Guests included several generations of his family who gathered to honour him.
Dressed in a matching blue shirt and wearing sunglasses, João posed happily with his family and pointed to the cake in celebration. The phrase on the cake read “o homem mais velho do mundo,” Portuguese for “the oldest man in the world.”
📜 Life and Legacy
Born on 5 October 1912 in Maranguape, Ceará, Brazil.
Worked from a young age in agriculture, helping with cattle and fruit harvesting in his rural upbringing.
His family today includes six living children, 22 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
João has often spoken of the secret to his longevity as being surrounded by “good people” and staying close to his family.
🌍 Why This Matters
João Marinho Neto’s 113th birthday is noteworthy not only as a personal milestone but also from a global records perspective:
He is recognised by the Guinness World Records as the oldest verified living man.
His life spans major historical events: from early 20th-century rural Brazil to the digital age of the 2020s.
The celebration underscores themes of family, longevity and human resilience that resonate worldwide.
📝 What We Can Learn
The importance of strong social bonds and community: João credits his long life in part to being close to his loved ones.
Staying active: His early years in agriculture and continued engagement reflect how physical activity may support longevity.
The power of optimism and tradition: His cheerful birthday celebration shows how personal rituals and family gatherings continue to play a role, even at extraordinary ages.
Tags: João Marinho Neto · Brazil · Supercentenarian · Oldest man living · 113 years · Longevity · Family celebration
Sources: Guinness World Records, People.com, Times of India, LongeviQuest
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