Born on October 1, 1924, Carter was a former peanut farmer who made history by living longer than any other president. He celebrated his milestone 100th birthday just last October.
Carter served as the 39th president from 1977 to 1981, navigating some tough economic and diplomatic challenges during his time in office. Though he left the White House with lower approval ratings, his dedication to making the world a better place truly shone through afterwards. He went on to establish The Carter Center, committed to humanitarian work, and received the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts.
The Carter Center, which promotes democracy and human rights globally, shared that he peacefully passed away at his home in Plains, Georgia, on Sunday afternoon. His legacy of compassion and service will always be remembered.