Jan Crouch

Televangelist and TBN co-founder

Jan Crouch - Televangelist and TBN co-founder
Born

March 14th, 1938
87 years ago

Died

May 31st, 2016
8 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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Televangelist co-founded the Trinity Broadcasting Network, which became the largest Christian television network in the world. Crouch hosted various programs on TBN, helping to promote religious messages and the network's mission. Over the years, she became a recognizable figure in religious broadcasting, known for her distinctive style and extensive outreach efforts.

Co-founded the Trinity Broadcasting Network

Hosted various programs on TBN

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