39th US President Jimmy Carter Dies At 100

39th American President and Nobel Peace Prize winner James ‘Jimmy’ Carter died today at the age of 100. US media quoted his son to confirm the news.

The Carter Center, a non-profit organisation founded in 1982 by President Carter and his late wife, Rosalynn Carter, in partnership with Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, has also confirmed the news that he died peacefully on Sunday, December 29, at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. He was 100, the longest-lived president in US history.

President Carter is survived by his children — Jack, Chip, Jeff, and Amy; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosalynn, and one grandchild.

“My father was a hero, not only to me but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights, and unselfish love,” said Chip Carter, the former president’s son, as per the statement released by the Centre. “My brothers, sister, and I shared him with the rest of the world through these common beliefs. The world is our family because of the way he brought people together, and we thank you for honoring his memory by continuing to live these shared beliefs,” Chip added.

James Earl Carter Jr., commonly known as Jimmy Carter, served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981. Born on October 1, 1924 in Plains, Georgia, Carter grew up in a modest farming family, later attending the U.S. Naval Academy and serving as a naval officer.

Carter entered politics in the 1960s, becoming the Governor of Georgia in 1971. His presidency focused on energy policy, environmental conservation, and human rights. Domestically, he faced challenges like the energy crisis and inflation, while internationally, he brokered the historic Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel, earning praise for his commitment to diplomacy.

After leaving office, Carter became widely respected for his humanitarian work. In 1982, he founded the Carter Center, dedicated to promoting democracy, advancing global health, and resolving conflicts. His work in eradicating diseases like Guinea worm and monitoring elections worldwide earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

Jimmy Carter was also known for his dedication to volunteerism, particularly with Habitat for Humanity, building homes for the underprivileged. As the oldest living former U.S. president, Carter’s legacy endures as one of compassion, resilience, and commitment to bettering the world through diplomacy and service.