India, July 1 -- Televangelist Rev. Jimmy Swaggart passed away at the age of 90, two weeks after suffering a heart attack.

According to the Shrevport Times, the scandal-plagued preacher never recovered consciousness following the medical incident that occurred at his Baton Rouge residence on June 15.

In a statement released on Tuesday, his family said, "Today, our hearts are heavy as we share that Brother Swaggart has finished his earthly race and entered into the presence of His Savior, Jesus Christ."

"Today was the day he has sung about for decades. He met his beloved Savior and entered the portals of glory. At the same time, we rejoice knowing that we will see him again one day," they added.

With his broadcast sermons in the 1980s,...