Longtime televangelist Jimmy Swaggart is currently in critical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Sunday, June 15, 2025. He is 90 years old.
According to his family, Swaggart collapsed and became unresponsive. His son, Donnie Swaggart, and grandson Gabriel quickly stepped in to perform chest compressions until emergency responders arrived. Medical personnel were able to restore his heartbeat before rushing him to the hospital, where he was placed in the intensive care unit.
In a statement from the family, they expressed deep concern over his condition, saying that Swaggart “needs a miracle from heaven” and that “without a miracle, his time will be short.” Despite the seriousness of his condition, the family remains hopeful and is asking the public to join them in prayer.
Jimmy Swaggart is well known as the founder of Jimmy Swaggart Ministries, Family Worship Center, and the SonLife Broadcasting Network. He rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s as one of the most watched and influential televangelists in the world. While his career has had both highs and lows, his ministry has continued to reach audiences around the globe.
The Swaggart family has asked for privacy during this difficult time and will provide updates through official ministry channels. Supporters and followers are encouraged to keep Jimmy and his family in their thoughts and prayers as they face the days ahead.
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