Joni Lamb, president and co-founder of Daystar Television Network, has died at the age of 65. The network announced her passing on Thursday, May 7, 2026, describing her as “gone home to be with the Lord” after serious health complications worsened in recent days.
According to Daystar, Lamb had been privately battling significant health issues before suffering a back injury that intensified her condition.
Despite medical efforts and prayers from supporters worldwide, her health deteriorated in the final days.
Lamb founded Daystar in 1993 with her late husband, Marcus Lamb. What began as a local Christian station grew into one of the largest Christian television networks globally, reaching millions through satellite, cable, streaming, and digital platforms.
Over nearly four decades, Lamb became one of the most recognizable figures in Christian broadcasting. She hosted programs, interviewed ministry leaders, and helped shape the direction of faith-based media.
The Daystar Board of Directors said: “Joni’s love for the Lord and for the people we serve shaped this ministry from the beginning. We grieve her loss, and we are grateful for the legacy of faith she leaves behind.”
Daystar confirmed that its mission and programming will continue uninterrupted. Lamb had worked with leadership to establish an executive team capable of carrying on the ministry.
“Daystar’s mission does not change today. Programming will proceed as scheduled, with on-air tributes to follow in the coming days,” the statement read.
The Lamb family requested prayers and privacy. Memorial service details are expected to be announced soon.
Both Joni and her late husband Marcus used their platform to project other narratives besides the official COVID-19. They recommended other remedies besides the vaccine and brought on to their show medical experts who opposed the official line of treatment.
After Marcus passing, she was to later fall in love with Doug Weiss, whom she married less than two years after her bereavement.
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