Rev. Pat Robertson, Icon Of Religious Right, Dies At 93
Rev. Marion Gordon “Pat” Robertson has died at age 93. Robertson was an influential voice in the conservative Christian community, helping to establish the political power of evangelicals. His death was announced on Thursday, with no cause named at this time. Robertson initially gained public attention as the host of The 700 Club, on the Christian Broadcasting Network. He pioneered this television channel, which reached its peak in the 80s and 90s. Robertson was born on March 22, 1930, in Lexington, Virginia. He joined the Marine Corps at the age of 18, serving in Korea during the Korean War. ...