Brazilian sisters set record as world’s oldest living sibling trio
Three Brazilian sisters, Levita de Deus Nunes, Zoraide de Deus Mota, and Zulina de Deus Nunes, have been recognised by Guinness World Records for their remarkable combined age. Their longevity has attracted scientific interest, leading to their participation in a major DNA research project. The sisters credit their long lives to natural nutrition and active childhoods in rural Brazil. Researchers hope to uncover genetic factors that contribute to their exceptional health and resilience.
What we know
- Levita de Deus Nunes was born on 7 June 1917 and recently turned 109.
- Zoraide de Deus Mota was born on 24 November 1921 and Zulina de Deus Nunes on March 4, 1923.
- The trio has a combined age of 316 years and were officially recognised by Guinness World Records.
- They are participating in The DNA Longevo Project, led by Dr. Mayana Zatz at the University of São Paulo, to study genetic markers linked to longevity.
- The sisters recall a childhood of fresh food, manual labor, and strong family bonds as key to their long lives.
