Carter’s death, confirmed by his son Chip Carter and shortly after by the Carter Center, comes just under three months after the former president celebrated his 100th birthday. The death of the former president, the nation’s only Georgian to hold the position, was preceded by the death of his wife, Rosalynn Carter, who died in November 2023.

JIMMY CARTER TURNS 100: SNAPSHOTS OF HIS LIFE

BREAKING – Former President Jimmy Carter died at the age of 100 Sunday.

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— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) December 29, 2024

“Today, I join Americans across the country in mourning the loss of our 39th President, Jimmy Carter,” Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA) posted on X. “Born in a small town in Georgia, President Carter’s dedication to public service, leadership, humanitarian work, and Christian spirit touched the lives of countless individuals.”

Today, I join Americans across the country in mourning the loss of our 39th President, Jimmy Carter.

Born in a small town in Georgia, President Carter’s dedication to public service, leadership, humanitarian work, and Christian spirit touched the lives of countless individuals.… pic.twitter.com/ri6LuUCBXl

— Rep. Mike Collins (@RepMikeCollins) December 29, 2024

Shortly after Carter’s death was announced, the Empire State Building in New York City announced it would be illuminated in red, white, and blue lights to honor the former president.

Tonight we will shine in Red White and Blue to honor the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter

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— Empire State Building (@EmpireStateBldg) December 29, 2024

Suzanne and I join our nation to mourn the passing of Jimmy Carter, a devoted public servant and 39th President. He served our country in the Navy, as a Georgia state senator, and as the Governor of Georgia. We are praying for the Carter family during this difficult time. His…

— Glenn Youngkin (@GlennYoungkin) December 29, 2024

Our founder, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, passed away this afternoon in Plains, Georgia. pic.twitter.com/aqYmcE9tXi

— The Carter Center (@CarterCenter) December 29, 2024

We pray for the peace of the Lord to be with former President Jimmy Carter and his family. We are deeply grateful for his years of sacrifice, including his tireless work building homes through Habitat for Humanity and his dedication to supporting the incarcerated. We also honor…

— Lt. Governor of Virginia – Winsome Earle-Sears (@WinsomeSears) December 29, 2024

We disagreed on many issues and how he ran our country, but his humanity is undeniable.

Prayers for his family, and may God grant him mercy.

Rest in peace, President Jimmy Carter. 🕊️

— Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (@RepLuna) December 29, 2024

Rest in peace, President Jimmy Carter. May you be welcomed into the arms of Jesus in heaven.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/rNTSxiMBfe

— Kari Lake (@KariLake) December 29, 2024

Carter’s presidency, lasting only one-term from 1977 through 1981, was set back by numerous foreign policy events like the Iranian hostage crisis. Despite this, the former president received increased popularity following his time in the White House, specifically for his work with the housing nonprofit organization Habitat for Humanity.

The former president’s political career started in 1963 as a Georgia state senator, in which he ran on the platform of racial inclusion and integration. Prior to politics, Carter was a Naval Academy graduate, in which he served from his graduation in 1946 until 1953.