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Nobel Laureate Jimmy Carter Becomes First U.S. President to Turn 100 After 19 Months in Hospice

Oct 1, 2024, 12:48 PM

Former President Jimmy Carter has reached a historic milestone by becoming the first U.S. president to turn 100 years old. Carter, a Nobel laureate, who has been in hospice care for the past 19 months, celebrated his centennial birthday on October 1, 2024, in Plains, Georgia. Known for his dedicated public service, Carter's life has been marked by significant achievements in peace, diplomacy, and humanitarian efforts, particularly through his work with the Carter Center. His presidency and subsequent contributions have left a lasting legacy, making him a revered figure both in the United States and globally.