Jimmy Lee Swaggart is an American Pentecostal pastor, evangelist, and television preacher, born on March 15, 1935. He gained fame in the 1980s for his passionate preaching and music, establishing the Jimmy Swaggart Ministries, which broadcasts religious programs worldwide. His ministry focuses on the teachings of Christianity and the importance of personal salvation. Swaggart's career faced significant challenges, including scandals in the late 1980s that led to his temporary fall from grace. Despite these controversies, he has continued to preach and produce religious content, maintaining a loyal following and contributing to the Christian broadcasting landscape.