Jimmy Carter’s eldest grandchild shares health update as former president nears 16 months in hospice

It’s been 479 days since Jimmy Carter entered hospice care at his home in Plains, Georgia.

Although the former president’s family initially believed he would only live a few days, Carter, at 99 years old, has defied the odds.

“God had other plans,” Jason Carter, 48, said.

Jason, the oldest of the Jimmy and Rosalynn’s 22 grandchildren, recently shared an update with Southern Living on the health of the 39th president.

According to the oldest grandchild, there’s “really been no change” in the last few months.

WASHINGTON – OCTOBER 04: Former US President Jimmy Carter listens during the kick-off of an all-week construction project to mark the World Habitat Day and the annual Habitat for Humanity Carter Work Project October 4, 2010 in the Ivy City neighborhood of Washington, DC. Carter was recently released from an Ohio hospital after being treated for a viral infection. Under the project a total of 86 homes will be built, rehabilitated or repaired in Washington, DC; Baltimore and Annapolis, Maryland; Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota; and Birmingham, Alabama. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

After nearly 16 months under hospice care, the last seven without his wife of 77 years, Carter is “experiencing the world as best he can as he continues through this process.”

“After 77 years of marriage… I just think none of us really understand what it’s like for him right now,” Jason said.. “We have to embrace that fact, that there’s things about the spirit that you just can’t understand.”

While family continue to visit the former president at his home in Plains, they find it difficult to predict what kind of day Carter will have.

More often than not, Carter spends his days sleeping.

However, a few weeks ago Jason visited his grandfather and the two watched an Atlanta Braves game and talked about the Carter Center and their family.

“I told him, I said: ‘Pawpaw, you know, when people ask me how you’re doing I say, ‘honestly I don’t know,’” Jason remembered. “And he kind of smiled and he said ‘I don’t know, myself.’”

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At 86, She Looks Decades Younger—Here’s Her Secret to Aging Without Surgery

Famous actress Claudia Cardinale has embraced aging gracefully, believing that time is unstoppable. Her approach shows a natural and inspiring transformation through the years.

Instead of turning to surgery, Claudia has chosen to accept each stage of life. She believes true beauty comes from within, a mindset that has gained her admiration from fans worldwide.

Her transformation over the years shows her confidence in aging naturally. Claudia’s appearance is a testament to her strength and timeless elegance, proving that beauty truly knows no age.

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Italian actress Claudia Cardinale was a big name during Hollywood’s golden age. Over her long career, she appeared in more than 100 films, especially from 1960 to 1970.

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During that decade, she acted in about 30 movies, including famous titles like 8½ (1963), The Leopard (1963), and The Professionals (1966), where she starred with Burt Lancaster and Lee Marvin.

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Another memorable role was in Once Upon a Time in the West (1968), directed by the legendary Sergio Leone. Cardinale recalls that Leone had a unique style, often playing the music for a scene before filming it.

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Reflecting on her U.S. career, Cardinale said, “I didn’t ask to go to Hollywood; they called me.” At that time, Hollywood studios quickly signed up new stars under strict contracts, which limited actors’ freedom in their careers.

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Cardinale resisted this, avoiding an exclusive deal with Universal Studios. She preferred signing one contract at a time, allowing her to build a career on her own terms.

In her three years in Hollywood, Cardinale acted in movies like The Pink Panther and The Professionals, working with famous actors such as Rock Hudson in Blindfold and sharing the screen with John Wayne and Rita Hayworth in Circus World.

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During this time, she met many Hollywood icons, including Barbra Streisand, Steve McQueen, and Warren Beatty.

In 1961, Cardinale attended Cannes for the first time, promoting films like Girl With a Suitcase and The Lovemakers. She returned to Cannes in 1963 with The Leopard and 8½, both highly acclaimed movies.

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Shooting two films at once was challenging, as each director wanted a different look for her. She dyed her hair dark for Visconti and went blonde for Fellini, switching colors every two weeks.

Later, she returned to Hollywood, starring in films with Rock Hudson like Blindfold and Lost Command. Cardinale was offered an exclusive contract with Universal, but she declined, saying, “No, I’m European. I’m going back.” She stayed true to herself, resisting the pressure.

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Unlike some actresses, Cardinale never appeared in nude scenes and stayed clear of cosmetic surgery. She believes in showing her true self. “I’ve never done – what do you call it? – a facelift,” she once said, explaining her decision to age naturally.

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Now 86, Cardinale still works in the entertainment industry. Her recent project was the Tunisian-Italian film The Island of Forgiveness. About staying active, she said, “I don’t like all these facelifts and plastic surgery because you can’t stop time.”

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Starting from the “Most Beautiful Italian Girl in Tunisia” in 1957, Cardinale’s journey reflects her strength and beauty. Her story shows that true beauty lies in embracing oneself and staying genuine.

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