Birgit Ingegärd Justina Johansson is a Swedish supercentenarian who is currently the nation’s oldest living resident.
At the age of 107. (Source: Per Dahlberg/Sveriges Radio)
Birgit Johansson was born in Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, Sweden, on 9 December 1915. Before retiring, Birgit ran a hat shop in Frölunda Square in Gothenburg, which later expanded to include bags and gloves. She also worked as a model.
According to her nephew, she had been a businesswoman her entire life. He added that he believed the secret to her longevity was that she stayed active and maintained a strong zest for life. On her 110th birthday, Birgit said she felt satisfied and happy with all she had accomplished. When asked if there was anything left she wished to do, she replied, “No, nothing special.”
On 23 April 2025, following the passing of 110-year-old Annie Sjöström, she became the oldest living person in Sweden.
Her age has not been validated.
* Kolla lön: Birgit Johansson (109 år) Göteborg – Ratsit
* “Så blir du lika gammal som Sveriges äldsta person” – TV4 Nyheterna, 9 December 2025
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