The 39th president of the United States, Jimmy Carter will officially become the oldest former president ever.

Carter at 94 years and 172 days old; will pass the previous record held by George HW Bush who passed away in November 2018 at 94 years, 171 days.

“We at the Carter Center sure are rooting for him and are grateful for his long life of service.” the center said in a release to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

A spokeswoman for the Carter Center, told CNN Carter and First Lady Rosalynn adhere to a healthy diet and get plenty of exercise to prolong their health.

"Both President and Mrs. Carter are both determined to use their influence for as long as they can to make the world a better place.” the spokeswoman commented.

Carter who served as president from 1977 to 1981, also holds the record for longest years out of office and being the first president of the United States to be born in a hospital.

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