Rev. Jesse Jackson, one of the country's most influential leaders, has died at 84. The founder and long-time leader of the Rainbow-Push Coalition ran for president twice and inspired millions. Sponsor Message LEILA FADEL, HOST: One of the country's most i... See more
STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: We're following the news of the death of Jesse Jackson, the Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson of Chicago. A family statement says he died at age 84, surrounded by family, some years after he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. NPR's Ch... See more
The Rev. Jesse Jackson was a lifelong civil rights advocate until his death, Tuesday, at the age of 84. A look at his life and legacy. Copyright 2026 NPR The Rev. Jesse Jackson was a lifelong civil rights advocate until his death, Tuesday, at the age of 8... See more
LEILA FADEL, HOST: One of the country's most influential leaders, the Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, has died. In a statement from his family posted on Instagram, they said he passed peacefully this morning surrounded by his family. Jackson was 84 years ol... See more
