This mark was previously held by Bob Dylan in 2006 with his Modern Times album , released when he was 65 .
In May 2008 , at the age of 67 , Neil Diamond was the oldest performer to have a number one record .
This mark was previously held by Bob Dylan in 2006 with Neil Diamond 's Modern Times album , released when he was 65 .
In May 2008 , at the age of 67 , Neil Diamond was the oldest performer to have a number one record .