Rita Odafe
Centenarian Couple Sets Record as World’s Oldest Newlyweds
A remarkable couple has recently been recognized as the oldest newlyweds globally.
Bernie Littman, aged 100, and Marjorie Fiterman, aged 102, discovered love while residing in a senior living center.
With a combined age of 202 years, they were announced as the world’s oldest married couple by Guinness World Records on December 3.
Before their union, both had experienced over six decades of marriage with their first partners. After the passing of their spouses, they unexpectedly found companionship a short walk away in their Philadelphia retirement community.
The duo formed a connection through shared meals and activities within their community.
While Bernie attributes his longevity and joy to reading and staying informed, Marjorie credits her long life to drinking buttermilk.
According to Guinness World Records, “They got married on May 19 after a nine-year relationship, registering the highest aggregate age of 202 years and 271 days for a married couple.”
“Their romance ignited at a costume party, leading to their first date on the day a great-granddaughter was born. Interestingly, they attended the University of Pennsylvania at the same time but didn’t meet until later in life.”
Their wedding ceremony was conducted at the same senior living facility where their love story began.
Family from four generations attended the celebration, with loved ones holding a chuppah—a traditional Jewish wedding canopy—while Bernie and Marjorie were brought to the altar in wheelchairs.
Adam Wohlberg, the officiant, shared with Fox News that, unlike typical wedding advice, this couple had built a solid foundation of friendship that made marriage a natural next step. “You both have amassed a wealth of life experiences, shaping your views and feelings,” he remarked during his address.
“While you’ll continue to grow as individuals, your understanding of one another is a strong indicator of what lies ahead together.” He concluded by affirming that the love they hold for one another is steadfast.
