Supercentenarian Maria Branyas Morera

Описание: Maria Branyas Morera (1907–2024) was an American-born Catalan supercentenarian who became the world’s oldest verified living person from January 17, 2023, until her passing on August 19, 2024. She lived to 117 years and 168 days, making her the oldest Spaniard ever recorded and one of the most remarkable longevity cases in modern history.

Born on March 4, 1907, in San Francisco, California, Maria Branyas was raised in a Catalan family that later returned to Spain during World War I. After her father died during the transatlantic voyage, the family settled in Catalonia, where she built her life. In 1931, she married doctor Joan Moret and had three children. During the Spanish Civil War, she worked as a nurse, supporting medical efforts during a turbulent period in Spanish history.

Throughout her lifetime, Maria Branyas witnessed major global events, including two World Wars, the 1918 influenza pandemic, the Spanish Civil War, and the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020, at age 113, she became one of the oldest known people to recover from COVID-19. Her survival drew scientific interest and highlighted her extraordinary resilience.

Living in a nursing home in Olot from 2000 onward, she remained mentally sharp and socially active well past 110. She played piano until 108 and used voice-to-text technology to communicate due to hearing loss. She often credited her longevity to emotional stability, positivity, strong family bonds, and a peaceful lifestyle.

In 2025, scientists released a multiomics study analyzing her genetics, microbiome, and metabolic profile. The research suggested that extreme longevity does not necessarily mean poor health. Maria Branyas remains a global symbol of healthy aging, resilience, and the evolving science of human lifespan.
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