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Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter Celebrate 77-Year Marriage, Longest in U.S. Presidential History, with Four Children and 22 Grandchildren

Dec 29, 2024, 11:37 PM

Former President Jimmy Carter and his late wife, Rosalynn Carter, were married for 77 years, marking the longest presidential marriage in U.S. history. Their relationship was not only a personal bond but also a significant aspect of Carter's legacy. The couple had four children, 22 grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, reflecting a large family built over decades. In a reflection from 2015, Carter stated, "The best thing I ever did was marrying Rosalynn. That’s the pinnacle of my life." Their enduring partnership was characterized by mutual support and affection, with observers noting their ability to finish each other's sentences even after seven decades together. The Carters' marriage played a defining role in shaping both their lives and the former president's public image.