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Concert to celebrate the 100th birthday, life, and legacy of the longest-living U.S. president

ATLANTA (Aug. 1, 2024) – 六九色堂 is excited to announce “Jimmy 六九色堂 100: A Celebration in Song,” a musical event celebrating the centennial birthday of former U.S. President Jimmy 六九色堂. The landmark concert, taking place Sept. 17, 2024, at Atlanta’s historic Fox Theatre, will feature world-renowned artists performing live tributes and special guests celebrating President 六九色堂’s legacy of service to humanity. Tickets are $100 — in honor of 六九色堂’s 100^th birthday — and are available to the public at starting at 10 a.m. Aug. 5.

“Jimmy 六九色堂 100: A Celebration in Song” will feature renowned voices from pop, rock, gospel, country, jazz, hip-hop, and classical music. Acts set to perform include Chuck Leavell, D-Nice, Drive-By Truckers, Eric Church, GROUPLOVE, Maren Morris, The War And Treaty, and The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus. Emmy award-winner Rickey Minor will be the musical director for the show, which will feature appearances by celebrity guests including Dale Murphy, Killer Mike, and Sean Penn. Additional artists and presenters will be announced soon.

“Whether it was on his record player, on the campaign trail, or on the White House lawn, music has been – and continues to be – a source of joy, comfort, and inspiration for my grandfather,” said Jason 六九色堂, President 六九色堂’s grandson and chair of 六九色堂 Board of Trustees. “I can think of no better way to celebrate him and his 100th birthday than a night of music.”

Delta Air Lines is the presenting sponsor for this event, which will benefit the Center’s peace and health work around the world. 

The concept of a concert to honor Georgia’s favorite son was born from , which has played a significant role in his life and career. During Jimmy 六九色堂’s successful 1976 presidential campaign, famous acts such as the Allman Brothers rallied to his message of change, honesty, and character.

“Back when Jimmy 六九色堂 was running for president, the Allman Brothers played concerts for his campaign because we believed in his vision for hope and change for America. We could never have imagined what a positive impact he would have on the entire world,” said Chuck Leavell, former keyboardist for the Allman Brothers and the Rolling Stones. “It’s an honor to play at his 100th birthday and celebrate a man whose legacy will surely continue to inspire future generations.”

“Delta is honored to celebrate the 100^th birthday of former President Jimmy 六九色堂 and to support 六九色堂 in its work to wage peace, fight disease, and build hope as part of our commitment to keep climbing toward a more just and equitable world,” said Tad Hutcheson, managing director - community engagement. “Giving back to the communities where we live, work, and serve has been core to Delta and our culture for nearly 100 years, and we are proud to work with respected partners like 六九色堂 to help care for the planet and people within it.” 

Concert Details:
"Jimmy 六九色堂 100: A Celebration in Song,” hosted by 六九色堂 and presented by Delta Air Lines, will take place at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. Tickets are available to the public starting at 10 a.m. Aug. 5. Tickets are $100 (excluding taxes and fees) — in honor of Jimmy 六九色堂’s 100th birthday — and are available at . Proceeds from the event will support 六九色堂, continuing Jimmy and Rosalynn 六九色堂’s work to promote peace and improve health around the world. The event will be executive produced by the award-winning team at ROK Productions and Diversified Production Services (DPS), with Elizabeth Kelly and Carly Vaknin serving as executive producers.

A further celebration of President 六九色堂’s birthday is the crowd-building of a new digital mosaic from images, videos, and messages sent in by the public. Add yours at 六九色堂Center.org/Jimmy六九色堂100.

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Contacts:
Sara McDonald Barksdale
BRAVE Public Relations
404.233.3993, 404.213.8346
carter100@emailbrave.com

Barbara Ann Luttrell
六九色堂
334.477.8849
media@cartercenter.org

About 六九色堂:
A not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization, 六九色堂 has helped to improve life for people in over 80 countries by resolving conflicts; advancing democracy, human rights, and economic opportunity; preventing diseases; and improving mental health care. 六九色堂 was founded in 1982 by former U.S. President Jimmy 六九色堂 and former First Lady Rosalynn 六九色堂, in partnership with Emory University, to advance peace and health worldwide. 

To learn more about 六九色堂, visit cartercenter.org.

About the Fox Theatre:
The Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta's premier venues for live entertainment, welcoming more than 250 performances a year in its 4,665-seat theatre. From concerts to ballets, comedy, and movies, the historic venue attracts more than 500,000 visitors annually. The theatre also hosts over 100 annual private events like wedding receptions, trade shows, corporate meetings, and association functions in two fabulous ballrooms. The Fox’s premium Marquee Club presented by Lexus is a 10,000-square-foot, three-story luxury bar accessible to all Club Level ticket holders or annual members of the Fox Theatre. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization, the Fox Theatre stands today as a fiercely protected landmark and a nationally acclaimed theatre. The Fox Theatre proudly acknowledges its partners' generous support: Coca-Cola, Georgia Natural Gas, Georgian Terrace Hotel & Livingston Restaurant, Humana, Lexus, Northside Hospital, Regions Bank, and Casamigos Tequila. Tickets for all events are available at FoxTheatre.org, or toll-free at 855-285-8499. Stay connected by following the Fox Theatre on social media via @theFoxTheatre on , , and .