Jimmy Carter turns 100: Celebrations begin before Carter's 100th birthday

ATLANTA – Former President Jimmy Carter will reach a major milestone tomorrow, celebrating his 100th birthday.

This momentous day comes after months of anticipation as the former president has been in a hospice since February last year. Known for his commitment to promoting human rights, Carter continues to inspire with his lifelong commitment to making the world a better place.

Earlier this month, a star-studded Carter Center musical event was held in his honor at the Fox Theater. The concert included performances by Angelique Kidjo, BeBe Winans and The B-52s. Chuck Leavell, D-Nice, Drive-By Truckers, Eric Church, GROUPLOVE, Maren Morris, The War And Treaty and The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus. There were also many video appearances by celebrities and other former presidents. For those who cannot attend and the former president, the concert will be broadcast on GPB TV on October 1st at 7 p.m.

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Over the weekend, President Joe Biden, one of Carter's close friends, sent a special birthday message. In his message, Biden praised Carter's “hopeful vision” for the country and his unwavering belief in the goodness of humanity. Biden, the oldest sitting president in U.S. history, acknowledged Carter's role as the oldest living U.S. president.

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Carter's birthday was also celebrated at the annual Plains Peanut Festival over the weekend and at the JC100 Film Festival at the Carter Presidential Library in Atlanta on Saturday. The Presidential Library also features a special exhibition – 100 Portraits for 100 Years of Jimmy Carter – honoring the former president.

The Carter Center also invites the public to submit photos to contribute to a mosaic celebrating Carter's legacy.

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In addition, 101 trees will be planted in honor of his environmental commitment. The first two will be planted tomorrow at the State Capitol and the Carter Center, with 99 more to follow by March of next year. The tree tribute highlights Carter's lifelong commitment to environmental conservation and community service.