From peanut farmer to US President: Jimmy Carter dies at 100, sets a stunning record in US history

Jimmy Carter has been one of the classic examples of Democratic politics in the US history book for decades, but one feather is now going to be added to the cap of the former US President. Carter, who served as president from 1977 to 1981, by running as a Democrat, ruled with an iron fist during his tenure. He passed away at the age of 100, the Carter Centre, an organization founded by him, has confirmed.

Has Jimmy Carter set a new record?

With the death of Jimmy Carter, he sets the record for living longer than any president in American history. He had just celebrated his 100th birthday a couple of months before, and has been a pivotal example of ruling the country smoothly through a epic period of economic and diplomatic crisis.


Even though he had to leave the White House with a dent on his legacy, based on his low approval ratings, he bounced back into the political forefront, when he ended up winning the Nobel Peace Prize for his humanitarian work.

Carter to remain an idol of humanitarian work?

The record of being the oldest President to have lived may not be broken in the coming years now, and his new record is going to stay safe, along with a refresher course for the new generation of Americans about the former President. He will always be remembered in history as one of the champions of human rights, claim reports.

FAQs:

Is Jimmy Carter dead?
Yes, Jimmy Carter has passed away at the age of 100, the Carter Centre has confirmed.