In a recent turn of events, Germany's elder stateswoman, reportedly 114 years young, passed away peacefully in her nursing home. Her grandson shared the news with the German Press Agency, revealing that she left this world on a tranquil Tuesday evening in Kirchheim unter Teck, a town located south of Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg. This centenarian, named Charlotte Kretschmann, celebrated her birthday on the 3rd of December in 1909, making her an astonishing 17 years senior to Queen Elizabeth II's birth and five years before the onset of World War I. Previously, both "Stuttgarter Nachrichten" and "Stuttgarter Zeitung" had already spotlighted her story.
Embracing Age and Social Media
Kretschmann maintained an unflappable outlook towards her advanced age, remarking casually, "I didn't choose this, and I can't change it." She believed that everyone had the potential to see another day, and there was no necessity for special efforts. As for death, she joked, "It's pointless. It's going to happen anyway, and I can't do anything about it." Until a few years ago, Kretschmann led an independent life, unaffiliated with Baden-Württemberg's Minister President, Winfried Kretschmann. However, her demure existence transformed into social media stardom. On Instagram, she connected with over 14,000 followers, sharing snippets of her daily life – from Christmas celebrations to shopping sprees to beautiful outings. Her last post featured a delightful image of her savoring a glass of wine with the caption, "What more could one ask for? A fantastic glass of wine, mouth-watering food, and loved ones present."
Her Digital Presence Regulation
As her online following grew, so did the need for digitally compliant practices. Consequently, drafts for implementing acts were created to ensure her online persona adhered to digital regulations.
