Jim Bakker, former PTL televangelist, dies at 86

Former televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86

Louder • 06 Oct 22:18

Jim Bakker, known for hosting The PTL Club and later convicted of fraud, died at 86, prompting statements from his wife and recalling his influence on several rock songs.

Former televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86

CBS News • 06 Oct 13:24

Jim Bakker, co-founder of the PTL television ministry, died in Missouri at age 86. He had been active in Christian broadcasting for decades despite past legal troubles.

Former televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86

WRAL • 06 Oct 07:26

Jim Bakker, co-founder of the PTL Club televangelism network, died on Monday at age 86. His second wife said the cause of death has not yet been disclosed.

Former televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86

NPR • 06 Oct 05:57

Jim Bakker, co-founder of the PTL Club televangelism network, died at age 86; his career spanned early success, a 1980s scandal, prison time and a later return to broadcasting.

Former televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86

CNN • 06 Oct 03:51

Jim Bakker, the once-prominent televangelist who built the PTL ministry and later returned to broadcasting, died at age 86. His wife Lori announced his death without providing a cause.