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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Liam James

‘World’s dirtiest man’ dies at 94, months after his first wash in more than 70 years

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An Iranian hermit known as “the world’s dirtiest man” has died aged 94, having spent most of his life avoiding bathing.

Iranian news agency Irna reported that Amou Haji, or “Uncle Haji”, died on Sunday in Dezhgah village in the southern province of Fars.

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