Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, celebrated in the documentary Jimmy Carter Rock & Roll President, passed away peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, on Sunday, 29th December 2024. He was 100.
Chip Carter, the former president’s son, said in a statement, “My father was a hero, not only to me but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights, and unselfish love. My brothers, sister, and I shared him with the rest of the world through these common beliefs. The world is our family because of the way he brought people together, and we thank you for honoring his memory by continuing to live these shared beliefs.”
President Carter is mourned by his family, including his children—Jack, Chip, Jeff, and Amy—along with 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his cherished wife, Rosalynn, and one of his grandchildren.
After serving a single term from 1977 to 1981, Carter, the longest-lived US President became known for his humanitarian efforts and promoting democracy.
President Joe Biden described Carter as an “extraordinary leader, statesman, and humanitarian,” and declared January 9 as a National Day of Mourning and ordered flags to fly at half-staff for 30 days.
Carter was featured in the 2020 documentary Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President. The film explored his relationships with iconic musicians like Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson, highlighting how Carter used music as a bridge to connect with Americans during a time of political and cultural division.
Jimmy Carter Rock & Roll President chronicles the role of popular music in propelling a relatively unknown candidate from Georgia to the White House, and the significant role that music has played in President Carter’s life and work. The film shows how Carter’s life-long passion for music gave him an unexpected edge as a presidential candidate, as he tapped into a force that transcended racial and generational divides, and often party lines. Carter’s appreciation for all genres of music and friendships with the likes of Bob Dylan, Gregg Allman, Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, and Willie Nelson, helped to define his administration.
Watch the official trailer for Jimmy Carter Rock & Roll President