Russell M. Nelson
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Russell Marion Nelson (September 9, 1924 – September 27, 2025) was the 17th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 2018 until his death in 2025. He was a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the LDS Church. He is also a known cardiothoracic surgeon.[1] He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah.
In January 2018, he became the 17th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after the death of Thomas S. Monson. After his death, he was followed by Dallin H. Oaks.[2]
At the time of his death, he was the oldest living apostle in the Church.[3] In July 3, 2015, following the death of President Boyd K. Packer, Nelson became President of the Quorum. Nelson turned 100 on September 9, 2024.[4]
Death
Nelson died on September 27, 2025, at his home in Salt Lake City at the age of 101.[5]
Russell M. Nelson Media
Portrait of Russell M. Nelson, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
References
- ↑ Hemingway, Heather (12 October 2013). Cohen, Jeff. ed. Mormons Worldwide Tune in to Semiannual General Conference. Jack Sweeney. http://blog.chron.com/mormonvoice/2013/10/mormons-worldwide-tune-in-to-semiannual-general-conference/. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
- ↑ Dallin H. Oaks Named President of the Mormon Church (October 14, 2025)The New York Times. Retrieved October 15, 2025.
- ↑ President Russell M. Nelson: 5 Fun Facts, Aggieland and Mormons, 4 August 2015.
- ↑ Graham, Ruth. The Leader of the Mormon Church Turns 100. nytimes.comThe New York Times Company. Retrieved 10 September 2024.
- ↑ Remembering the Life of President Russell M. Nelson. Retrieved September 28, 2025.
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