Joni Lamb, the co-founder and president of the Daystar Television Network, passed away yesterday, Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the age of 65.
Health Context and Passing
According to an official statement from Daystar, Lamb had been privately managing serious health matters for some time. Her condition significantly declined recently after she suffered a back injury, which led to medical complications that were more severe than anticipated. Despite medical treatment and the prayers of her global audience, she passed away at her home in Bedford, Texas.
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Legacy and Ministry
Daystar Network: She co-founded Daystar in 1993 with her first husband, Marcus Lamb, growing it into one of the largest Christian television networks in the world.
Leadership: Following the death of Marcus Lamb in 2021, she took on a primary leadership role as president. The ministry has stated that an executive leadership team and succession plan are already in place to ensure Daystar’s operations continue without interruption.
Family: She is survived by her second husband, Dr. Doug Weiss (whom she married in 2023), and her three children—Jonathan, Rachel, and Rebecca—as well as several grandchildren.
The network is expected to air special tribute programming in her honor in the coming days.
