Eleanor Gittens
Eleanor Gittens, 107, is recognized as one half of the world's longest-married couple, having celebrated 83 years of marriage to her husband, Lyle. Their love story began in 1941 at a college basketball game, and they wed on June 4, 1942, just before Lyle was drafted into World War II. Throughout their long life together, they navigated numerous challenges, including wartime separation and raising a family, while remaining devoted to each other. Eleanor has also achieved personal academic success, earning an urban education doctorate at the age of 69 and has been an active member of her university's alumni association.
Born on Jan 01, 1916 (109 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Kazakhstan | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 18,776,707 | 16,780 | $180,000 | 161$ |
| Totals | 1 | 18,776,707 | 16,780 | $180,000 | 161$ |
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Kazakhstan:
Eleanor Gittens and her husband Lyle set a Guinness World Record for being the longest-living couple in the world.
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United Kingdom:
Eleanor Gittens, 107, shared the secret to her 83 years of marriage to her husband, Lyle, stating, 'We love each other.'
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