Arturo Licata facts for kids

Arturo Licata (born May 2, 1902 – died April 24, 2014) was an Italian man who lived to be very old. He was a supercentenarian, which means he lived to be 110 years old or more.

For a time, Arturo Licata was the oldest living man in Italy. Then he became the oldest living man in Europe. Later, he was recognized as the oldest living man in the entire world.

Who Was Arturo Licata?

Arturo Licata was born on May 2, 1902. His hometown was Enna, a city in Sicily, Italy. He grew up in a family with four brothers and two sisters.

Life in Enna

Arturo Licata lived his whole life in Enna, Sicily. He worked as a miner and also as a businessman. He was known for his long life.

For most of his life, he was quite healthy. He had some trouble with his hearing and eyesight. But he stayed in good health until May 2013. After that, his health started to get much weaker. By September 2013, he had to stay in bed all the time.

The World's Oldest Man

Arturo Licata became the oldest living man in Italy in March 2012. He then became the oldest living man in Europe in September 2012.

On September 13, 2013, he became the oldest living man in the world. He held this title for several months. He was 111 years old at this time.

Arturo Licata died peacefully at his home in Enna, Italy. He passed away on April 24, 2014. This was just eight days before his 112th birthday.