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CBS News
07-07-2025
- General
- CBS News
T.D. Jakes steps down as Dallas megachurch senior pastor, installs son-in-law, daughter as co-senior pastors
It's the end of one era, and the start of another at the Potter's House in Dallas. Sunday, Bishop T.D. Jakes officially installed his son-in-law, Toure Roberts and his daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, as co-senior pastors. Earlier this year, T.D. Jakes announced he is stepping down from his role as senior pastor of the Dallas megachurch, a position he's held for 30 years. T.D. Jakes will continue in his role as chairman of the T.D. Jakes Foundation. T.D. Jakes' 2024 "health incident" In November 2024, Jakes suffered a heart attack during a morning service at Potter's House, which was captured live on video. It was questioned whether he'd return. "I cannot afford, especially after November, to risk something happening to me, and you be sheep without a shepherd," T.D. Jakes previously said. A spokesperson for the Potter's House told CBS News Texas that the plan for Sarah Jakes Roberts to take over has been in the works for years. Who is Bishop T.D. Jakes? Jakes founded the non-denominational, multi-cultural church in South Dallas in 1996. It now has surpassed 30,000 members and has expanded across North Dallas, Fort Worth, and Denver. According to its website, the Potter's House is consistently ranked as one of the largest and most influential churches in the nation. Jakes is not only a world-renowned faith leader, but he also heads TDJ Enterprises, which is known for producing both motion pictures and book publishing. He is the leader of the T.D. Jakes Foundation -- which promotes community outreach to improve education and housing.
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Oprah cracks joke on-stage while revealing if she ever attended any of Diddy's notorious white parties
Sean ' Diddy ' Combs' ongoing sex trafficking trial has left A-list stars fearful of having their names dragged into the scandal. But Oprah Winfrey has revealed that her conscience is completely clear. 'First off, I have never been near a Puff Party - never been near it,' she told the audience during her panel at the Good Soil Forum in Dallas last week. 'And anybody who knows me knows if there is a party, I am the first one out,' she jokingly added, prompting laughter from the crowd. Oprah was dragged into the Diddy chaos earlier this month after an AI -generated deepfake shared widely online claimed she - along with Jennifer Lawrence and Jim Carrey - was a witness in the trial. Although the video was easily debunked, conspiracy theorists have not stopped linking dozens of celebrities to the disgraced rap mogul. Oprah has met Diddy multiple times and been photographed with him, but maintains that her acquaintance with the rapper is just a professional one. Diddy's federal trial has entered its sixth week, with jurors repeatedly hearing testimony about drug-fueled sex marathons dubbed 'freak-offs' at his infamous parties. Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges. Oprah and famed pastor TD Jakes, both of whom have been victim of Diddy hoaxes, addressed the rumors against them at the business leadership and entrepreneurial conference last Thursday. The trial was thrust into the conversation as the duo were discussing the benefits - and dangers - of artificial intelligence. Jakes applauded the use of the technology during a surgery he had after his heart attack last November, The Dallas Morning News reports. He revealed how doctors 'went in through my arteries in my arm' and 'cleared out my heart while I was awake because of AI'. Although he seemed excited about the technology's use in medicine, Jakes shared how he fears the use of AI could lead to job losses. The talk show host, however, was concerned about deepfakes. 'There's a picture of me naked in bed with Puffy,' Oprah told the conference. 'I saw it myself. AI-generated.' She then declared she had never gone to one of his parties. Jakes, claiming 'people love salacious stories', revealed that he too had been the subject of a wild Diddy rumor. 'I stopped by Puffy's house for 30 minutes to say happy birthday to him during the day at 2 o'clock with staff people and out of that came a love affair and all kinds of stuff,' he said. As the audience erupted into laughter again, Oprah exclaimed: 'You too?!' 'Yes!' Jakes replied. 'I am almost 70 years old, what do I look like? 'And I am a grandfather. What do I look like at this late date?' Prosecutors are expected to rest their case against Combs on Monday in Manhattan federal court. The defense is expected to call witnesses of its own this week. Prosecutors claim that for nearly two decades, Combs forced two of his ex-girlfriends into ecstasy-fueled, days-long sexual performances with male prostitutes in hotel rooms while he watched, masturbated and sometimes filmed. The defense argues that both former girlfriends, R&B singer Casandra Ventura and a woman known in court by the pseudonym Jane, were willing participants in the sex acts. His defense lawyers do not deny that the sex acts took place, and acknowledge that Combs was abusive in domestic relationships. But during cross-examination of the government's witnesses, the defense brought jurors' attention to sexually explicit text messages in which the women expressed affection for Combs. Both women testified that they at times took part in the sexual performances to make Combs happy, and that they participated well after brutal beatings by Combs, who was also known during his career as Puff Daddy and P. Diddy. Combs has pleaded not guilty to two counts of sex trafficking as well as charges of racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. The sex trafficking counts carry the highest potential prison sentence if convicted - a mandatory minimum of 15 years, and a possible life sentence. In order for Combs to be convicted of sex trafficking, prosecutors must prove the sex acts were commercial in nature, and that he used force, threats, fraud or coercion to compel his girlfriends to take part. To convict Combs on any of the five counts he faces, the 12-member jury must unanimously conclude that prosecutors proved their allegations beyond a reasonable doubt.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Oprah Winfrey, T.D. Jakes, and Industry Leaders Converge in Dallas for Record-Breaking 2025 Good Soil Forum Presented by Wells Fargo
At the heart of the Forum, the $500K Seed Capital Pitch Competition, presented by Wells Fargo, empowered a new wave of entrepreneurs with equity-free funding to grow and scale their businesses. DALLAS, June 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 2025 Good Soil Forum, presented by Wells Fargo, concluded in Dallas this weekend with resounding success, as over 2,000 entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders gathered at the AT&T Performing Arts Center from June 12th through 14th for one of the nation's most transformative small business events. Global icon Oprah Winfrey joined T.D. Jakes, Founder of the Good Soil Movement, for a powerful fireside conversation that anchored the three-day event. The three day event boasted a dynamic lineup of speakers, including Operation HOPE Founder John Hope Bryant; fashion designer Jerry Lorenzo; financial educator Wallstreet Trapper; Camille Rose Founder and CEO Janell Stephens; Founder of CURLS and Huzzy Smart Sips, Mahisha Dellinger; artist and entrepreneur David Banner; and Slutty Vegan founder Pinky Cole Hayes—who shared insights on building generational wealth, securing funding, scaling businesses, and leading with purpose. Together, they reinforced the Forum's mission to close opportunity gaps for underserved and undercapitalized entrepreneurs. This year's theme, The Transformation Agenda, came to life through dynamic panels, hands-on workshops, high-impact networking, and the marquee moment—the $500,000 Seed Capital Pitch Competition, presented by Wells Fargo. Entrepreneurs from across the country competed for equity-free funding to grow their ventures and drive community impact. Financial technology platform, Hello Alice was also onsite, providing small business owners with valuable resources and guidance to access capital and scale their ventures. The competition concluded with the announcement of this year's standout winners — each recognized for their bold ideas, strong business potential, and commitment to driving meaningful change: 2025 Seed Capital Competition Winners 1st Place – $200,000Rozalynn Goodwin, Confidence by GaBBy Goodwin — Columbia, South Carolina 2nd Place – $100,000Kia-Shun Voltz, Shampoo Time — Red Oak, Texas+ $50,000 Dallas Community Award 3rd Place – $75,000Paden Sickles, SickFit — Arlington, Texas The judging panel included the following leaders: Michael Martino, Head of Customer Growth Segments, Consumer, Small & Business Banking, Wells Fargo Dr. K.L. Allen, Chancellor, Western Governors University Elizabeth Gore, Co-Founder & President, Hello Alice Ansley Carlisle, Investor, Mark Cuban Companies "For too long, entrepreneurs—especially those from undercapitalized communities—have been left without the support and access they need to thrive," said T.D. Jakes. "The Good Soil Forum is about more than ideas—it's about action. We're convening power to ensure today's dreamers have the capital, mentorship, and networks to turn their visions into sustainable enterprises." "Good Soil Forum delivers much needed resources and opportunities to aspiring businesses looking to grow and thrive," said Kristy Fercho, head of Financial Inclusion at Wells Fargo. "Wells Fargo is proud to support initiatives that continue to foster innovation and equip entrepreneurs with essential tools to succeed in their journey forward." The Good Soil Movement—now 26,000+ members strong—continues its mission to help one million entrepreneurs reach $1M in revenue within the next decade. Since its inception, the movement has awarded nearly $1 million in capital, cultivated a thriving ecosystem of founders, and championed the belief that with the right soil, every idea has the potential to grow. Stand Together Foundation, part of the Stand Together philanthropic community, was also onsite at the 2025 Good Soil Forum, supporting community-driven change and backing social entrepreneurs working closest to the challenges. "Stand Together is proud to partner with the Good Soil Movement to support a growing community of principled entrepreneurs," said Brian Hooks, chairman and CEO, Stand Together. "There is no limit to what people can accomplish when they have the opportunity and support required to bring their ideas to life. Good Soil is flipping the script to show the tremendous value that can be created when we stop seeing people as problems to be solved and start seeing them as opportunities to invest in." Impact partners included presenting sponsor Wells Fargo, supporting partner, the Stand Together Foundation, impact partners Hello Alice, Lemonade Day, The T.D. Jakes Foundation, and Western Governors University, and media partner, iHeart Media. For more information or to join the movement, visit and follow @goodsoilforum for updates. About The Good Soil Movement:Good Soil Movement empowers entrepreneurs by providing networking opportunities, resources, and solutions for growing and scaling businesses. With a mission to help one million entrepreneurs generate $1 million in revenue over the next ten years, Good Soil is fostering economic stability and generational wealth. Since its inception, the movement has grown to a thriving network of over 26,000 members, equipping small business owners with tangible tools for success. Every conversation plants a seed for growth, turning every moment into an opportunity to bloom. Learn more at Follow @goodsoilforum on IG for updates. About Hello Alice:Hello Alice is a financial technology company that provides access to capital, connections, and education to over 1.5 million entrepreneurs. Through data-driven business plans, Hello Alice delivers personalized recommendations that drive profitable solutions between small businesses and give entrepreneurs access to the resources they need to grow. In turn, our business health engine for banks and enterprise business services helps corporations increase engagement and transactions with small businesses. The result is more money in the pockets of small businesses and the brands that serve them. Founded by Carolyn Rodz and Elizabeth Gore, Hello Alice remains steadfast in its mission to ensure that every small business owner has the resources to thrive and live their dream. For more information visit: About Stand Together Foundation:Stand Together Foundation is dedicated to empowering individuals to reach their full potential through community-driven change. We are building a movement of social entrepreneurs who believe in people, work with individuals closest to the problem, and unite with anyone to do right. Through innovations that inspire Americans to help each other, they are building stronger, safer communities where all people can learn, contribute, and live lives of meaning. Stand Together Foundation is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community. 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CBS News
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Thousands of kids take part in T.D. Jakes Foundation STEAM Expo
Thousands of children and families gathered Saturday at the Shops at RedBird for the T.D. Jakes Foundation's second annual STEAM Expo, a hands-on event designed to spark curiosity and creativity in science, technology, engineering, arts and math. Hands-on learning inspires young minds Excited lines of kids and parents streamed into the venue, where they explored interactive booths, live demonstrations and family-friendly activities. Topics ranged from human anatomy and artificial intelligence to sports medicine and forestry. Five-year-old Leondri Stiggle was especially enthusiastic about the science experiments. "It feels hot, so hot! We made lotion, and it feels like it's juice," she said. Her father, Leon Stiggle, said he wished he had access to similar opportunities as a child. "When you start early, it always evolves into something better," he said. "It's good they have this program — shout out to T.D. Jakes. Appreciate it!" Juneteenth education adds cultural depth The event also featured educational exhibits on Juneteenth, including live actors portraying historical figures such as Fort Worth's Dr. Opal Lee, known as the "grandmother of Juneteenth." The Southwest Dallas County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. sponsored the exhibit. "We also have other living exhibits where you can learn about the Emancipation Proclamation and educational development," said chapter president Maiya Bangurah. Building a future-ready workforce Kelley Cornish, president of the T.D. Jakes Foundation, said the expo marked the nonprofit's 10th pop-up event in two years. "People don't realize what an incredible field this is," Cornish said. "We've learned that 2.4 million jobs go unfilled every year because there's no pipeline. We're starting early. Exposure to these careers can literally change a family's dynamic." The foundation's next event is scheduled for the fall.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Commencement speaker donates $100K during Morris Brown College ceremony
Morris Brown College held its 2025 commencement ceremony on Saturday. During the ceremony at Saint Philip AME Church in Southeast Atlanta, 59 graduating seniors heard from Bishop Jakes recently announced he's stepping down as senior pastor of his mega-church in Dallas, Texas. 'It was fight that brought you here, fight that brought you through, fight that birthed you from the womb,' Jakes said. 'It was fight that brought you were you are now and that same fight will take you to wherever you are about to go.' Jakes also presented the college with a $100,000 donation. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Johns Creek teen cashes over $545K in fake checks to pay lawyer in separate fraud case, police say 4 identified in apparent murder-suicide in southeast GA 3 men dead, others injured after shooting at GA bar [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
