Saudi Arabia has lost one of its most remarkable citizens. Nasser bin Radan Al Rashid Al Wadaei, known as the oldest recorded man in the country, passed away at the age of 142.
 |
| Nasser Al Wadaei, Saudi’s Longest-Lived Man, Dies at Record 142 |
He died on January 11, 2026, in Riyadh after a long and full life. His death came naturally due to old age, and it brought sadness to many people across Saudi Arabia.
Nasser was born around 1883 or 1884 in the southern region, in an area called Dhahran Al Janoub. This was long before Saudi Arabia became one united country in 1932. He grew up in a time when life was simple, with no modern cities, cars, or oil wealth like we see today.
He lived through big changes in the Kingdom. He saw the rule of every Saudi king, starting from King Abdulaziz, who founded modern Saudi Arabia, all the way to King Salman. His life covered more than 140 years of history, from desert tribes to a strong modern nation.
Nasser was a very religious man. His family says he went on the Hajj pilgrimage more than 40 times. Hajj is the holy journey to Mecca that Muslims try to do at least once if they can. Doing it so many times shows his strong faith and devotion.
He lived a simple and healthy life. People close to him believe this helped him live so long. He ate traditional food from his region and followed a disciplined way of living.
One amazing part of his story is his family. Nasser had many children from different marriages. He even got married for the last time when he was 110 years old, and he had a daughter after that. When he passed away, he left behind about 134 children, grandchildren, and other family members. His big family shows how much love and life he shared.
After his death, more than 7,000 people came to his funeral prayers in Dhahran Al Janoub. It was a huge gathering that showed how much respect people had for him. Later, he was buried in his home village of Al Rashid, the same place where his story began so many years ago.
Nasser bin Radan Al Rashid Al Wadaei will be remembered as a living link to the past. His long life reminds us of faith, family, hard work, and staying strong through time. Saudi Arabia says goodbye to a true symbol of endurance and grace.
May he rest in peace.
How was Nasser Al Wadaei's age verified?
According to reports, his age was verified through Saudi civil records and historical documentation, including his ID and family genealogy records recognized by Saudi authorities. Some local reports note his birth year as 1884, which would make him one of the world's oldest recorded individuals.
How many children and grandchildren did he leave behind?
He is survived by 134 descendants, including children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even great-great-grandchildren. Exact breakdowns vary, but his family reportedly spans six generations.
What was the secret to his long life?
Family members attribute his longevity to faith (Islam), a simple Bedouin lifestyle, a healthy diet (mostly dates, milk, and natural foods), and strong family bonds. He lived much of his life in the Al-Wadea village in Saudi Arabia.
Was he officially recognized as the oldest man in the world?
While recognized in Saudi Arabia as one of the nation's oldest men, he was not officially verified by Guinness World Records. Many supercentenarian claims require extensive international documentation, which can be difficult for births recorded before modern systems.
