Jimmy Carter’s children, grandchildren continue legacy
Jimmy Carter and family celebrate Christmas at home ca. 12/25/1978. (Photo by: Hum Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
ATLANTA - As the nation mourns the loss of former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on Dec. 29 at the age of 100, attention turns to the family that stood steadfastly by his side throughout his remarkable life and career. Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, who were married for 77 years, leave behind a sprawling family known for their own contributions to public service, activism, and business.
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter’s children
The Carters raised four children, each carving distinct paths while upholding the family’s dedication to improving the world.
- John William "Jack" Carter (b. 1947), the eldest, built a career in law and business and ventured into politics, running for the U.S. Senate in Nevada in 2006. Jack has two children, Jason and Sarah, from his first marriage, and two stepchildren, John Chuldenko and Sarah Chuldenko Reynolds, from his second wife, Elizabeth Brasfield.
Jack Carter greets Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp as the hearse carrying the flag-draped casket of former President Jimmy Carter pauses outside the State Capitol in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 4, 2025. Carter, the 39th President of the United States, died
- James Earl "Chip" Carter III (b. 1950) played key roles in his father’s political campaigns and worked as a political consultant. Chip’s son, James Carter IV, gained national attention in 2012 for uncovering the "47 percent" video that became a turning point in the presidential election. Chip also has a daughter, Margaret Alicia Carter, and a stepson, Casey Payne Gallagher, from subsequent marriages.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 4: James "Chip" Carter and his wife Becky, depart after a service for former President Jimmy Carter at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum on January 4, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Six days of funeral observances
- Donnel Jeffrey "Jeff" Carter (b. 1952) co-founded Computer Mapping Consultants, blending technology and business. He and his late wife, Annette, had three sons: Joshua, James, and Jeremy, who passed away in 2015 at the age of 28.
- Amy Lynn Carter (b. 1967), the youngest, became a public figure as a child during her father’s presidency. As an adult, she advocates for social justice and human rights. Amy resides in Atlanta with her husband, James Wentzel, and their son, Hugo. You can read more about Amy Carter here.
Amy Carter and Jeff Carter watch as the flag-draped casket of former President Jimmy Carter is placed on Special Air Mission 39 at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, Georgia, on January 7, 2025. Carter, the 39th President of the United States, die
The Carters' grandchildren carry the torch
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter’s grandchildren have continued the family’s legacy, achieving prominence in their own right.
- Jason Carter, son of Jack Carter, is a former Georgia state senator and was the Democratic nominee for governor in 2014. He currently serves as chairman of The Carter Center’s board of trustees, overseeing its mission to advance human rights and diplomacy.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 4: Jason Carter, grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, speaks during a service for former President Jimmy Carter at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum on January 4, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. Six days of
- James Carter IV, son of Chip Carter, gained recognition for exposing the "47 percent" video that became a turning point in the 2012 presidential race.
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The Source: This article uses biographical information supplied by The Carter Center and previous FOX 5 Atlanta reports.