Who is Jim Whitaker? First American to summit Mount Everest and REI leader dies at 97 World News
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April 9, 2026
Jim Whittaker, first American to reach the summit of Mount Everest Everest A central figure in popularizing modern mountaineering, he has died aged 97. His life combined high-risk adventure with business leadership and environmental advocacy, creating a…