Oral Roberts
1918–2009 (age 91)
Televangelist
Biography
Oral Roberts was a charismatic evangelist whose broadcasts reached millions and whose faith led him to found Oral Roberts University. He believed in the healing power of prayer and the importance of education, encouraging listeners to hold fast to hope even amid uncertainty.
His faith-driven philanthropy supported hospitals, scholarships, and community programs, and he inspired countless individuals to pursue lives of service. Roberts' influence endures in the students, congregations, and charitable efforts that continue to reflect his belief in a higher calling.