Meet America's oldest man at 111: What are his 3 simple longevity hacks

It is always interesting to know about the formula for a long, vibrant life. Centenarians - those people hitting the age of 100 and beyond, fascinate us with their stories of overcoming odds by following just simple habits that seem almost too easy.

From sunny diets to family bonds, their wisdom stands out among the rest on social media. Their stories give us timeless tips anyone can try.

America’s oldest man recently shared his straightforward and spot-on secrets of longevity that have gone viral on social media.

America's oldest man’s simple secrets to long life

Luis Cano, a 111-year-old from Linden, New Jersey, holds the title of oldest living man in the U.S., according to LongeviQuest in December 2025. Born December 9, 1914, in rural Colombia, he recently marked another year, proudly sharing life lessons in interviews like one with Fox 5 News.

Also known as Luis de Jesús Cano Vásquez, he joined the Colombian Army in 1937 without formal education, later launching a bus fleet for rural routes. With wife Alicia, he raised 10 kids before moving to the US in the 1990s. Although she is no more, he cherishes 11 grandchildren, five great-grandkids, and two great-greats.

His three secrets to living 111 years

Cano keeps it simple for longevity. "Don't drink, always get a good sleep, and don't smoke," he told Fox 5 News. He adds a simple tip to his secret to longevity: "behave well." LongeviQuest quotes his veggie-heavy diet, including beans, chili peppers, avocados, and lifelong no-smoking, no-alcohol habits, and also gardening until 2020.

He now remains homebound with two kids, watching planes and reflecting, calling U.S. life "an accomplishment of a lifetime." Mayor Derek Armstead honored him with a proclamation.

Who are the oldest men across the world

Brazil's João Marinho Neto, who reached 113 and was born in 1912, is among the oldest. The record holder is Japan's Jiroemon Kimura, born in 1897, who passed away in 2013 at the age of 116. Also on the list is Britain’s Ethel Caterham, who lived to 116, according to LongeviQuest.