Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, celebrated his 100th birthday on October 1, 2024, becoming the first U.S. president to reach this milestone. Despite being in hospice care for 19 months, Carter remains focused on the upcoming November election, hoping to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris, with whom he shares a personal connection. His grandson noted that Carter has shown unexpected resilience, recently 'perking up' after experiencing a low period following the death of his wife, Rosalynn. The small town of Plains, Georgia, where he resides, marked the celebration with events including military flyovers and a concert. Carter's life and presidency, which ended in 1981, have been characterized by public service, and he has lived longer than any other president in U.S. history. As he engages with the world again, he spends time listening to music and following sports, particularly the Atlanta Braves.