About Peter J. Vita
Lived 1910 – 2004 (aged 93). Peter J. Vita was a barber, hairdresser and businessperson.
Peter J. Vita (April 30, 1910 – January 7, 2004) of Port Chester, New York, held the world record for the longest working career as a barber.
Vita started cutting hair professionally in 1922, starting his career in his father's barbershop when he was twelve years old. He opened his own barbershop in 1930 and worked actively as a barber for 81 years The previous holder of the record had worked as a barber for 76 years.
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Who was Peter J. Vita?
American barber (1910–2004)
When was Peter J. Vita born?
Peter J. Vita was born on 30 April 1910.
When did Peter J. Vita die?
Peter J. Vita died on 7 January 2004.
What was Peter J. Vita's occupation?
Peter J. Vita was a barber, hairdresser and businessperson.
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