101-Year-Old Woman Who Still Goes To Work 6 Days A Week Shares Her Life Advice

October 16, 2025

In a world where most people dream of retirement, Ann Angeletti is living proof that passion and purpose can keep you going — and glowing — well past 100.

101 year old woman jewelry store owner
Ann Angeletti / @abc7ny

At 101 years old, Ann still runs her own jewelry business, Curiosity Jewelry in Cresskill, New Jersey, alongside her daughter and granddaughter. Six days a week, she can be found zipping through New York’s Diamond District, chatting with vendors, and handpicking pieces for her loyal customers.

So what’s the secret behind her lifelong success and happiness?

You’ll have to hear it from Ann herself — and trust us, it’s worth it.

Watch the inspiring video below!