T. D. Jakes

Preacher

American South Charleston, West Virginia, U.S.

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Quick Info

ProfessionPreacher
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth09/06/1957
Age69 years
BirthplaceSouth Charleston, West Virginia, U.S.

Latest News about T. D. Jakes

07/07/2025

The Potter’s House in Dallas installed Sarah Jakes Roberts and Touré Roberts as co-senior pastors in a major leadership transition. T.D. Jakes remained Chairman of the Board and spiritual overseer, marking the formal handoff of day-to-day pastoral leadership within the church he founded.

01/01/2025

T.D. Jakes stepped down as senior pastor of The Potter’s House after nearly three decades leading the Dallas megachurch. He moved into the role of Chairman of the Board and shifted focus toward broader initiatives including economic empowerment and media projects.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameThomas Dexter Jakes
NicknameBible Boy
ReligionNondenominational Christian
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Physical Stats & More

Height6' 3" (190 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBald

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • West Virginia State University, United States
  • Friends International Christian University, California
Degrees
  • Post-graduation in Biblical Studies (1985)
  • Doctor of Ministry (1995)

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date29/05/1982

Relationships & More

Wife/SpouseSerita Ann Jakes
Children
  • Jamar Jakes
  • Thomas Jakes, Jr. (content creator, music producer)
  • Jermaine Jakes
  • Cora Jakes Coleman
  • Sarah Jakes Roberts

Family

FatherErnest Jakes, Sr. (entrepreneur)
MotherOdith (educator)
Siblings
  • Ernest Jakes (businessman)
  • Jacqueline Jakes (author)

Career

OverviewT.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.
DebutFilm debut in 'Woman Thou Art Loosed' (2004) as himself
Awards and Achievements
  • PBS Religion and Ethics Newsweekly named Jakes one of the 'Top 10 Religious Leaders' (2000)
  • Time magazine and CNN called Jakes 'America’s Best Preacher' (2001)
  • Savoy magazine listed him among the 'Top 100 Powers That Be' (2002)
  • Grammy Award for 'Best Gospel or Chorus Album' (2003)
  • The NAACP's President's Award (2004)
  • The Church Report named Jakes one of the Top 20 Worship Leaders (2006)
  • Oprah's SuperSoul100 list of influential leaders (2016)

Favourites

FoodBeef Stroganoff
SeasonSpring
Travelling DestinationSouth Africa
QuoteYou'll Win If You Don't Quit.
ColourPurple

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/tdjakes/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/tdjakes
YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/user/tdjakes
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/tdjakes

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.
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