Jimmy Carter, the former president of the United States and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has died at the age of 100. The Carter Center announced that Carter passed away peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by family. He had been in hospice care since February 2023.
Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Carter rose from a modest background as a peanut farmer to become the 39th president of the United States, serving from 1977 to 1981. Despite facing challenges during his presidency, his post-presidential life left a profound impact on the world.
Carter’s time in office was marked by significant achievements, including the Camp David Accords, a historic peace agreement between Israel and Egypt. However, his presidency faced difficulties such as the Iran hostage crisis and an economic downturn, which led to his defeat by Ronald Reagan in the 1980 election.
After leaving the White House, Carter’s humanitarian work defined his legacy. In 1982, he established the Carter Center, an organization dedicated to advancing human rights, democracy, and health worldwide. For his efforts, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
Even in his later years, Carter remained active, teaching Sunday school and participating in humanitarian missions. In 2015, he revealed he had brain cancer but continued to defy expectations, living a long and purposeful life.
Carter’s wife of 77 years, Rosalynn Carter, passed away in November 2023. He is survived by their four children.
“President Carter was a man of faith, love, and service,” US Senator Raphael Warnock reflected. “In his final days, he was surrounded by God’s presence and his family’s love.”
