Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies Aged 84

Jackson’s family announced his passing on Feb. 17, with public observances to be held in Chicago.

Rev. Jesse Jackson waves as he steps to the podium during the third day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, Penn., on July 27, 2016. Scott Applewhite/AP Photo

U.S. civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has died aged 84, according to a Feb. 17 announcement by his family.

“He died peacefully on Tuesday morning, surrounded by his family,” the statement said, describing Jackson as a “tireless change agent” who “elevated the voices of the voiceless” over decades of engagement in civil rights advocacy, voter mobilization, and presidential politics.