Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, the country's longest-living president, celebrated his 99th birthday Sunday. As Jimmy Carter celebrates his 99th birthday this weekend, he sets the bar just a bit higher as the longest living president. Nearly eight months after first announcing he would receive hospice care, Jimmy Carter -- the oldest living former president in history -- continues to defy the odds. Jimmy Carter is the longest-living U.S. president in history. On Sunday, Oct. 1, he will celebrate his 99th birthday. As Jimmy Carter, America's longest-living president, turns 99 on Oct. 1, his grandson shares what he believes is the secret to his longevity.
The image description shows a photo of a smiling elderly couple, Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter, celebrating Jimmy's 99th birthday at their home in Plains, Georgia. They are surrounded by friends and family, and there is a birthday cake with candles on a table in front of them.