Jimmy Carter and Gerald R. Ford faced off in 1976 in a bitter campaign but later bonded as few presidents have — and made a pact to speak at each other’s funerals.

Former President Jimmy Carter was eulogized by Steve Ford, the son of late President Gerald Ford, who shared a close friendship with Carter despite their political rivalry.

Follow live updates and the latest news as the nation honors Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States.

Former presidents, dignitaries, celebrities, and other notable figures gathered to honor the former president.

As a member of the elite, informal club of U.S. presidents past and present, Jimmy Carter was uniquely positioned to do important work for his successors, whether Democrat or Republican.

Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. President, is being honored with the pageantry of a state funeral in the nation’s capital. He will later be honored a second service and burial in his tiny Georgia hometown that launched a Depression-era farm boy to the world stage.

President Biden, one of the five living presidents attending the State Funeral, remembered Mr. Carter for his “character, character, character.” Mr. Carter’s grandson, Jason, said his grandfather “led this nation with love and respect.

Former President Ford and former Vice President Mondale had their eulogies read at the state funeral of former President Carter years after passing away.

Steve Ford shared moving tributes, recounting personal stories and memories that honored Jimmy Carter’s legacy of leadership and humility.

Biden also shared a memory from his and first lady Jill Biden’s final visit with Carter, describing the former president as "at peace with a life fully lived, a good life, a purpose and meaning of character driven by the power of faith, hope and love."