The world’s oldest newlyweds are making history at 102 and 100—here's how they met
- Replies 0
Love can sometimes surprise us when we least expect it, even in the most unexpected of places.
For one couple in Philadelphia, a chance encounter later in life led to an extraordinary new chapter that would make history.
What began as a simple connection blossomed into a record-breaking love story that defied expectations.
After decades of living life separately, Marjorie Fiterman and Bernie Littman found love in their Philadelphia nursing home, eventually becoming the world's oldest newlywed couple, according to Guinness World Records.
Fiterman, 102, and Littman, 100, both spent more than 60 years married to their first spouses before becoming widows. Although they both attended the University of Pennsylvania, their careers kept them on separate paths.
Fiterman became a teacher, while Littman pursued a career in engineering. It wasn’t until they both moved into the same senior living facility that their connection blossomed.
Their love story began at a costume party held at the facility. Soon after, they shared their first date, which coincided with the birth of one of Littman’s great-granddaughters.
Their bond grew as they spent time together, enjoying meals and participating in theatrical productions.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, they were a source of strength and support for each other, as the virus severely impacted elderly communities.
Littman’s granddaughter, Sarah Sicherman, said, ‘They were so lucky to have found each other and be a support to each other.’
In May 2024, the couple decided to take their relationship to the next level, tying the knot at a ceremony in their retirement community. Their decision to marry, despite their age, defied common assumptions about older couples and relationships.
‘They both love each other’s humour and intellect,’ Sicherman added. ‘They keep each other young.’
With a combined age of 202 years and 271 days, they earned the Guinness World Records title for the oldest couple to marry, marking an extraordinary milestone in their lives.
Littman credited his longevity to reading and staying current, while Fiterman attributed hers to buttermilk.
At their wedding, their officiant, Rabbi Adam Wohlberg, skipped the usual newlywed advice. Instead, he offered a sentiment that truly resonated with the couple: ‘It is safe to say each of you, what you know and understand about each other, is exactly what the future holds for you and your partner. And what you have determined you love about each other–well, those things are not about to change.’
Do you know anyone who found love later in life? Share your stories in the comments below!
For one couple in Philadelphia, a chance encounter later in life led to an extraordinary new chapter that would make history.
What began as a simple connection blossomed into a record-breaking love story that defied expectations.
After decades of living life separately, Marjorie Fiterman and Bernie Littman found love in their Philadelphia nursing home, eventually becoming the world's oldest newlywed couple, according to Guinness World Records.
Fiterman, 102, and Littman, 100, both spent more than 60 years married to their first spouses before becoming widows. Although they both attended the University of Pennsylvania, their careers kept them on separate paths.
Fiterman became a teacher, while Littman pursued a career in engineering. It wasn’t until they both moved into the same senior living facility that their connection blossomed.
Their love story began at a costume party held at the facility. Soon after, they shared their first date, which coincided with the birth of one of Littman’s great-granddaughters.
Their bond grew as they spent time together, enjoying meals and participating in theatrical productions.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, they were a source of strength and support for each other, as the virus severely impacted elderly communities.
Littman’s granddaughter, Sarah Sicherman, said, ‘They were so lucky to have found each other and be a support to each other.’
In May 2024, the couple decided to take their relationship to the next level, tying the knot at a ceremony in their retirement community. Their decision to marry, despite their age, defied common assumptions about older couples and relationships.
‘They both love each other’s humour and intellect,’ Sicherman added. ‘They keep each other young.’
With a combined age of 202 years and 271 days, they earned the Guinness World Records title for the oldest couple to marry, marking an extraordinary milestone in their lives.
Littman credited his longevity to reading and staying current, while Fiterman attributed hers to buttermilk.
At their wedding, their officiant, Rabbi Adam Wohlberg, skipped the usual newlywed advice. Instead, he offered a sentiment that truly resonated with the couple: ‘It is safe to say each of you, what you know and understand about each other, is exactly what the future holds for you and your partner. And what you have determined you love about each other–well, those things are not about to change.’
Do you know anyone who found love later in life? Share your stories in the comments below!
