Oral Roberts (1918–2009) was a prominent American Pentecostal televangelist and faith healer. He founded the Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1963, which became a major center for Christian education. Roberts gained widespread recognition for his television ministry, preaching healing, prosperity, and faith in Jesus Christ. He often used dramatic healing services and miracles to draw attention. His message and methods were controversial, yet he built a massive following. Roberts also faced criticism for his fundraising techniques but remains a key figure in the rise of modern televangelism. He was instrumental in shaping the Charismatic movement.