On This Day February 2 1987 - Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart Admitted to Paying Prostitutes

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On This Day February 2 1987 - Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart Admitted to Paying Prostitutes.

On this day February 2 1987, televangelist Jimmy Swaggart publicly admitted to paying prostitutes, triggering one of the most widely publicized scandals in religious broadcasting history. The admission shocked followers and dominated national headlines, raising questions about hypocrisy accountability and the influence of television ministries.

The scandal became a defining moment in the 1980s culture of televised religion, exposing the risks of celebrity driven faith and unchecked power...
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