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Jimmy Lee Swaggart Edit Profile

evangelist singer

Jimmy Lee Swaggart, American evangelist, singer.

Background

Swaggart, Jimmy Lee was born on March 15, 1935 in Ferriday, Louisiana, United States. Son of W. L. and Minnie Bell Swaggart.

Career

Began preaching on street corners, Mangham, Louisiana, 1955. Traveled throughout United States preaching at revival meetings, recording and marketing gospel songs, 1960's. Preacher on television and radio broadcasts.

Minister, pastor Jimmy Swaggart Ministries, Baton Rouge.

Achievements

  • Jimmy Lee Swaggart has been listed as a noteworthy evangelist, singer by Marquis Who's Who.

Connections

Married; 1 child.

Father:
W. L.

Mother:
Minnie Bell Swaggart