John Tinniswood, who held onto the title of world’s oldest man for nearly nine months, died in England Monday at 112 years old.

The world’s oldest man, John Tinniswood has passed away at the age of 112 at a care home in Southport, northwest England.

The world's oldest man has died at the age of 112.

John Alfred Tinniswood died Monday in a care home in northwest England. He had attributed his longevity to moderation and "pure luck."