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What year was Jeanne Calment widely reported to be the oldest living person?

  • 1985

  • 1988

  • 1990

  • 1995

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Jeanne Calment, born in 1875, was widely recognized as the oldest living person from 1995 until her passing in 1997 at the age of 122. Celebrated for her longevity and remarkable life experiences, she gained international attention and became a symbol of exceptional human longevity, attracting scientific interest and media coverage throughout the world.
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