100 Year Stories

Your Path to Better Health Starts Here

  • Ever wondered how Santa Claus keeps delivering gifts year after year? Discover the secrets behind this supercentenarian's legendary age, magical origins, and the true power fueling his timeless Christmas spirit.

  • What do centenarians living vibrant lives have in common? Discover how creating your own healthy longevity motto could be the compass guiding you toward your longest, healthiest, and most fulfilling life.

  • At 83, Dr. Miguel went back to school to pursue his lifelong dream of learning to paint. Seven years later, he graduated at 90. His story proves age is just a number—discover why it's never too late to do what matters most.

  • At 91, Kazuko Sato is weaving more than just paper textiles. Discover how this master craftsperson turned an ancient Japanese art form into the secret to a vibrant, fulfilling life of longevity and purpose.

  • At 92 years old, Hank Ameen has worked at Disneyland for over 62 years and still shows up two days a week with no plans to retire. Discover what keeps this firefighter smiling and his surprising lunch story with Walt Disney himself.

  • At 81, Choi Soon-hwa walked onto the Miss Universe stage, turning heads and redefining what's possible in your 80s. Her inspiring journey from hospital worker to runway model proves age is just a number.

  • You've probably heard that aging means losing your mental sharpness. But some centenarians prove this wrong. Discover what makes these "super-agers" different and how you might unlock their secrets to staying mentally sharp for decades to come.

  • What if we started the new year with gratitude instead of resolutions? Discover how shifting New Year's Day to Thanksgiving could transform your mindset, holidays, and priorities in surprising ways.

  • At 37, tennis legend Novak Djokovic still dominates his sport. His secret? Prevention equals longevity. Discover how his holistic approach to health keeps him winning and what his championship formula can teach us all.

  • At 95, Mary "Molly" Repper finally quit smoking after decades of a pack a day. Now at 100, her doctors say her lungs are clear and her heart is sound. It's never too late to transform your health.

  • At 101 years old, Frank Hasman earns his nickname "Frank Astaire" by dancing multiple times a week with the moves and stamina of someone half his age. Discover how this centenarian's passion for dance has kept him vibrant through decades of loss and loneliness.

  • Spain is unlocking the secrets to living longer and healthier. From Mediterranean diets to daily siestas, discover why Spanish women rank first in longevity and what we can learn from their lifestyle.

  • At 70 years old, Zou Heping looks decades younger with a lean, muscled physique. For 45 years, he's exercised every single day—rain or shine. Discover what his extraordinary commitment to health reveals about what's truly possible.

  • At 106, psychologist Brenda Milner still remembers soccer players from the 1930s. The woman who revolutionized our understanding of memory has a secret to longevity that might surprise you.

  • At 108, Ireland's oldest man credits his longevity to one simple philosophy: everything in moderation. Discover how a lifetime of cycling, faith, and family shaped Martin McEvilly's remarkable journey to become a centenarian.

  • Three women, each 101 years old, have been best friends for over 80 years. Their secret to a long, healthy life might surprise you. Discover what Harvard researchers say about friendship and longevity.

  • At 103 years old, Ralph Conte is still capturing perfect moments behind the camera. From WWII hero to tech-savvy photographer, his seventy-year passion for his craft proves creativity knows no age limits.

  • At 94, June Squibb is finally getting her big break. In her first leading role, this Hollywood veteran proves it's never too late to become a star—and why ageism in entertainment needs to change.

  • At 105 years old, Virginia Hislop finally walked across the graduation stage to claim her master's degree—nearly 65 years after love and World War II interrupted her Stanford journey. Her remarkable story proves it's never too late to achieve your dreams.

  • A 98-year-old neighbor's simple act of kindness—a homemade cake and a heartfelt welcome note—restored one woman's faith in community. Her tearful reaction went viral, sparking a conversation about what it means to truly be a good neighbor.

  • At 107 years old, Shitsui Hakoishi has been cutting hair for 93 years straight. Still working, still loving it, and showing no signs of stopping. Discover what keeps her thriving.

  • At 102, Monty Maizels just witnessed his first symphony performed live. But here's what's remarkable: he was born before computers even existed. So how did this London-born composer create his masterpiece electronically?

  • At 109 years old, Peggy Cobb credits one simple habit for her remarkable longevity. Her advice to young people? Keep curious. Discover how a lifetime of learning led to her first published children's book and the wisdom she's sharing with the world.

  • Love knows no age limit. Meet the world's oldest newlyweds: Marjorie, 102, and Bernie, 100, who found romance in a senior living community and proved it's never too late for happily ever after.