115 year-old Jeralean Talley of Inkster, Michigan is now reportedly the world's oldest person, following the six day reign of Gertrude Weaver who has died in Camden, Arkansas.  

Talley credits her long life to her faith. 

She was born in Montrose, Georgia in 1899, one of 12 children.

She says she has never smoked or drank alcohol...and has always lived by a golden rule.

"Treat your neighbour as you want to be treated," she says

"I don't tell no lies on you, and you don't tell no lies on me."

Jeralean Taley will turn 116 on May 23rd.

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