Siblings set new record for oldest sisters in history
In a remarkable feat, sisters Þórhildur and Hulda Dagmar Magnúsdóttir have broken the Icelandic record for the combined age of siblings. The new record stands at 206 years and 203 days, surpassing the previous record held by siblings Lárus Sigfússon and Anna Sigfúsdóttir.
Þórhildur, who recently celebrated her 107th birthday in December, and Hulda, who turned 98 last August, have been close friends and live near each other in Reykjavík. Jónas Ragnarsson, who runs the Facebook page Langlífi ("Longevity"), has been keeping track of the ages of Iceland's oldest residents and calculated the new record.
Although the exact combined age of Þórahildur and Hulda is yet to be confirmed, it is known that they have matched the existing Icelandic record. The record was previously held by Lárus Sigfússon and Anna Sigfúsdóttir, who resided in the Strandasýsla region. However, Þórahildur and Hulda currently reside in Reykjavík.
Interestingly, Þórahildur was eight years and seven months old when Hulda was born, making them sisters by blood. Despite the age gap, the sisters regularly meet up for coffee and celebrate significant milestones together.
It is worth noting that the sisters did not break the record on the day of Hulda's birth or Þórahildur's birthday. The record-breaking combined age was not reached at the time of Anna Sigfúsdóttir's death in January 2020.
Anna's death, however, marked a significant moment in Icelandic history, as her passing, along with Lárus Sigfússon, resulted in a combined age of 206 years and 202 days, which was the previous record.
The sisters' achievement serves as a testament to their resilience and the longevity of Iceland's oldest residents. Their story continues to inspire and captivate the nation, reminding us all of the importance of cherishing the bonds we share with our loved ones.
- The sisters' extraordinary achievement in breaking the Icelandic record for the combined age of siblings, at 206 years and 203 days, underscores the close relationship they share, a testament to their enduring family dynamics.
- Besides their shared love for each other, Þórhildur and Hulda partake in health-and-wellness activities, occasionally meeting up for coffee, a lifestyle choice that may contribute to their remarkable longevity.
- Amidst the change in residence from the Strandasýsla region to Reykjavík, the sister duo continues to prioritize their relationships, showing us the importance of family bonds in the aging process, and serving as an inspiration for relationships across generations.
