Jimmy Swaggart Hospitalized After Cardiac Arrest

⁢ Updated June 17, 2025

Televangelist Jimmy swaggart⁢ is in intensive care after suffering cardiac arrest June 15, prompting concern from followers about ⁤the Jimmy Swaggart health ‌status. His son, Donnie Swaggart, ⁢reported that his father never regained consciousness ‍following the event.

Donnie Swaggart recounted the morning of June 15 at the Family Worship Centre, explaining‌ that he and Gabe rushed to his mother’s house after Jimmy Swaggart went into cardiac‌ arrest.He said they administered chest compressions until emergency medical technicians arrived.

Although medical ​personnel​ were​ able to restore a heartbeat,‌ donnie Swaggart indicated the situation remained critical.⁤ He stated ​that his ⁤father’s prognosis was ⁢uncertain and asked for prayers, emphasizing ⁤their faith in divine intervention. Jimmy‌ Swaggart ministries later released a statement June 16 confirming that Swaggart⁤ remains under close medical‌ supervision​ in‍ the ICU.

⁢ ⁢ “Dad had gone into cardiac arrest. He never regained consciousness. We both took ⁣turns giving him chest compressions until EMT could ⁤get⁢ there,” Donnie ⁤Swaggart said.

What’s next

The Jimmy Swaggart ministries is expected to provide further updates as they become available, as the family focuses on Jimmy Swaggart’s health and recovery.