Now that we are well into 2026, it is time for our yearly fast facts about the Oldest Olympians in the world, partially to continue our commitment to transparency in our research but mostly just for fun and to share some statistics!

(The oldest living Olympian, Rhoda Wurtele-Eaves, born January 21, 1922)

As of today, our full list contains 2476 participants, non-starters, demonstration athletes, and art competitors born between 1916 and 1935 that could be living, 939 of whom we believe to be living for certain. The former number is up from 2409 and the latter is up from 846 from February of last year.

We also have 147 Olympians who competed in the 1932 or 1936 Games, Winter and Summer, who have no date of birth but could be still living. It is worth reminding everyone that the vast majority of athletes that could be living are likely deceased.

As of today, we have 16 living Olympic centenarians, as ten died in 2025 and two thus far in 2026. If you have any suggestions of statistics or information that you would like to see added, please send us a message and we will be happy to include it in the next round!