Jose Paulino Gomes was known for his natural diet and animal taming profession. SUPPLIED

Brazil’s Jose Paulino Gomes, believed to be the world's oldest man, has died at the age of 127, according to media reports. Gomes died on Friday (July 28), a week before his anticipated 128th birthday, leaving behind a legacy that spans through three global pandemics. His funeral was held on Saturday. According to media reports quoting his family, he likely died of an organ failure due to his age. Gomes is survived by his seven children, 25 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren. His family said that Gomes maintained a natural diet and hated industrialized food. Eliane Ferreira, revealed that he sourced his food locally and raised chickens and pigs. He was an animal tamer and loved riding horses until four years ago. Although official documentation was unavailable, a 1917 marriage certificate confirmed his birth on August 4, 1895. His family's curiosity prompted them to research his age, and it was determined that he was undoubtedly over 100 years old, possibly even reaching 110. The current record holder for oldest living person is Spain’s Maria Branyas Morera, aged 116, while Venezuela’s Juan Vicente Perez Mora, at 114, holds the title of the oldest living man. KKL/Expat Media
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