Mercedes Ribera Sanz
- Full name: Mercedes Ribera Sanz
- Lifespan: (01.12.1914 – 13.03.2026)
- Age: 111 years, 102 days
- Birthplace: Spain
- Last residence: Spain
- Application date: 10.01.2026
- Validation date: 11.01.2026
- Validation source: Marc Espel Ribera, Emilio Ibáñez and Miguel Quesada
Biography
Mercedes Ribera Sanz was born on December 1 1914 in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, to parents Manuel Ribera and Asuncion Sanz.
She never married or had any children. At a young age, Mercedes became interested in dancing, performing as a ballerina in the 1930’s. She went on to form two dance academies, garnering some fame well before becoming a supercentenarian.
In December 2024, Mercedes turned 110 in Barcelona, gaining supercentenarian status.
Mercedes passed away in Barcelona on March 13 2026 at the age of 111 years, 102 days.
Sources
*Confirmed alive on January 9 2026 with family*
110th birthday
Validation
Her age was verified by Marc Espel Ribera, Emilio Ibáñez and Miguel Quesada, then validated by the Gerontology Research Group (GRG) on January 11 2026.