Jimmy Swaggart, a well-known evangelist and television personality, is also a devoted husband and father. His family life has been in the spotlight recently, particularly after he was hospitalized in June 2025 following a cardiac arrest.
As his adult son, Donnie, confirmed the news, many are curious about how Jimmy's family is coping with this health crisis. In this article, we'll delve into Jimmy's personal life, including his family and net worth.
Who Is Jimmy Swaggart?
Jimmy is the host of The Jimmy Swaggart Telecast and a televangelist who rose to fame in the 1980s. He also founded the Jimmy Swaggart Ministries.
Who Is Jimmy Swaggart's Wife?
Since 1952, Jimmy has been married to his wife, Frances Swaggart.
Jimmy is a father to one child: his son, Donnie, whom he shares with his wife, Frances. Donnie followed in the Swaggart family business by becoming a preacher like his dad.
Jimmy Swaggart's Net Worth
Jimmy has a net worth of $5 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Jimmy Swaggart's Health
“This morning at a little after 8 [a.m.], Gabe and I rushed into Mother’s house,” Donnie said at the Family Worship Center at the time. “Dad had gone into cardiac arrest. He never regained consciousness. We both took turns giving him chest compressions until EMT could get there and they were, I’ve never seen so many people arrive at one time and I want to thank them.”
Donnie announced that his father's health was in decline when Jimmy was hospitalized in June 2025. Despite being stable, Donnie stated that "his time will be short" without a miracle.
“But we believe God. We’re not giving up. We’ve already told the doctors we don’t want to hear anything from them. We will make decisions in our own time. But we’re going to give the Lord an opportunity to work,” Donnie added.