Jimmy Carter has passed away.
On Wednesday, October 14, WSMV, where Carter worked for more than two decades, announced that the reporter died at the age of 73 at his home in Nashville, Tennessee.
According to a statement released by his granddaughter Kira Sparks to The Tennessee, the WSM Radio reporter passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
"We received the news today that my grandfather, Jimmy Carter, passed in his sleep. He leaves behind three daughters who loved him deeply, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren,” she stated.
However, Jimmy Carter’s family has not revealed his exact cause of death.
Taking to Instagram, WSM Radio shared an emotional tribute to the late reporter, writing, “Today, we lost a dear friend and cherished member of the WSM family.”
“For many years, Jimmy Carter brought his passion for country music, unforgettable stories, and deep industry connections to Coffee, Country & Cody. A well-respected and well-loved figure in Nashville media for decades, Jimmy was a trusted source, a gifted broadcaster, and a friend to countless artists, listeners, and colleagues,” the statement continued.
They concluded, “We'll miss his warmth, his humor, and his friendship. Our hearts are with Jimmy's family and loved ones. Jimmy Carter's contributions to WSM, country music, and the Nashville media community will not be forgotten.”
About Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter was a country music and entertainment reporter based in Nashville, Tennessee, who worked at WSMV Channel 4 as both an entertainment reporter and an executive producer for more than two decades.
He was also a regular voice on WSM Radio’s popular morning show, Coffee, Country & Cody.
During his stellar career, Carter interviewed several of the notable artists, including Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Clint Eastwood, Kevin Costner and Sylvester Stallone.
