Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday celebrated with grand musical gala at Fox Theater
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It was a musical celebration for former President Jimmy Carter just a few weeks ahead of his 100th birthday. Celebrities from all walks of life and genres came out to celebrate Georgia's own. Former President Jimmy Carter turns 100 in just a few weeks, but notable Georgians came out on Tuesday for a historic celebration at the Fox Theater in Midtown Atlanta. Titled "Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song," the event will feature performances from a variety of acclaimed musicians, including Angélique Kidjo, BeBe Winans, Carlene Carter, Chuck Leavell, D-Nice, Drive-By Truckers, Duane Betts, Eric Church, GROUPLOVE, India Arie, Lalah Hathaway, Maren Morris, The B-52s, The War And Treaty, and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus. "He has always loved music.
We’ve all been to concerts with them. He’s always, you know, invited people to the White House, even in those days, invited people to the Governor’s Mansion. And has lived his life celebrating with music. So, we figured it was a perfect way to do this unique 100th birthday," said the former president's grandson, Jason Carter. Former President Jimmy Carter turns 100 on October 1.
Meanwhile, there's a huge crowd at the Fox Theatre ready to celebrate him in advance.