Quick Info
| Profession | Preacher |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 09/06/1957 |
| Age | 68 years |
| Birthplace | South Charleston, West Virginia, U.S. |
Latest News about T. D. Jakes
The Potter’s House megachurch in Dallas formally installed T.D. Jakes's daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and son-in-law Touré Roberts as co-senior pastors during a nearly four-hour service in the 8,000-seat sanctuary attended by members, guests, and dozens of ministers. The couple, who oversee a Los Angeles church location that joined The Potter’s House and have six children together, moved to Dallas three years prior and were installed as assistant pastors the previous year. Jakes remains Chairman of the Board and spiritual overseer, marking a generational leadership transition for the church he founded nearly three decades ago.
T.D. Jakes retired from his role as senior pastor of The Potter’s House megachurch in Dallas, Texas, after nearly 50 years in ministry and three decades leading the 30,000-member congregation. He transitioned to Chairman of the Board to focus on economic empowerment, addressing social unrest and opportunity gaps through community, culture, and corporate alliances. Jakes partnered with iHeartMedia to launch podcasts, starting with 'My Next Chapter' featuring Oprah Winfrey as the first guest.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Thomas Dexter Jakes |
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| Nickname | Bible Boy |
| Religion | Nondenominational Christian |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 3" (190 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Bald |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 29/05/1982 |
Relationships & More
| Wife/Spouse | Serita Ann Jakes |
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Family
| Father | Ernest Jakes, Sr. (entrepreneur) |
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| Mother | Odith (educator) |
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Career
| Overview | T.D. Jakes is a prominent preacher, author, and filmmaker known for his influential outreach and ministry. He founded Temple of Faith Church in 1980, which later evolved into The Potter’s House, a large non-denominational church in Dallas, Texas. Jakes has created various media productions and written numerous books focusing on spiritual growth and personal development. He served as senior pastor of The Potter’s House from 1996 to 2025, after which he stepped down to Chairman of the Board. |
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| Debut | Film debut in 'Woman Thou Art Loosed' (2004) as himself |
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Favourites
| Food | Beef Stroganoff |
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| Season | Spring |
| Travelling Destination | South Africa |
| Quote | You'll Win If You Don't Quit. |
| Colour | Purple |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jakes’ mother was from Alabama, while his father hailed from Mississippi. | |
| 2. He faced financial struggles after his father's death and worked alongside his brother to sustain the family. | |
| 3. Jakes met his wife during his role as a guest preacher at a local church. | |
| 4. He initially founded his first church with only 10 members. | |
| 5. Jakes gained prominence through his radio program, 'Back to the Bible,' which helped expand his audience. |