King Charles paid tribute to Jimmy Carter following his death on December 29 at the age of 100. The celebrated former president was beloved by people worldwide, many of whom paid their respects online once news of his death broke. But rumors regarding Carter's 1977 visit to Buckingham Palace also resurfaced, with many wondering what really happened when the politician met the Queen Mother.
Carter traveled to the United Kingdom in May 1977, where he joined a group of NATO leaders for dinner at Buckingham Palace, via People. Hosted by Queen Elizabeth II, Carter came face to face with royalty, which included meeting the now-King Charles, Prince Philip, and the Queen Mother. The event marked Carter's very first trip overseas as President of the United States.
