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Jim Bakker, who lost his televangelist empire in a scandal, dies at 86

Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jim Salter | The Associated Press, as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · October 5, 2026 · 1 min read

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A well-known televangelist has passed away at the age of 86. His second wife announced his death, which occurred on Monday. The cause of death is not yet known.

He was previously married to Tammy Faye, with whom he built a successful TV ministry. After a scandal, he lost his empire and later started a new show with his second wife.

Further information about his life and death is available, including a statement from his second wife, who described him as her husband and best friend.

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Category: safety · Published: October 5, 2026 · Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · Reading time: 1 min

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Jim Bakker, who lost his televangelist empire in a scandal, dies at 86

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