In a shocking series of events, Daystar Television Network, one of the largest Christian TV broadcasters, is facing a public family scandal involving allegations of s3xual abuse and cover-up.

The network, valued at $1 billion and with an annual revenue of $100 million, is now under scrutiny after explosive claims from former hosts Jonathan Lamb and his wife, Suzy Lamb.

The controversy began when the Lambs alleged that their 5-year-old daughter was s3xually assaulted by a family member employed by Daystar in 2012. The Lambs accused Jonathan’s mother, CEO Joanie Lamb, and her late husband, Marcus Lamb, of discouraging them from reporting the incident to authorities. Joanie Lamb has strongly denied these allegations, calling them “completely false.”

The case was initially reported to the police in Colleyville, Texas, in 2020 but was closed that same year. It was reopened in February 2023 after new details emerged. Despite the reopened investigation, no charges have been filed.

Suzy Lamb claims that the couple trusted Joanie at the time but believes their concerns were suppressed to protect the network’s reputation.

The family dispute escalated in November 2023 when Jonathan Lamb was fired from his position at Daystar. Jonathan claims he faced retaliation, including demotion from vice president to manager, reassignment to menial tasks, and being placed on a “personal improvement plan.”

He further alleges he was terminated after refusing to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA), which he felt was intended to silence him. Daystar, however, asserts that the NDA was a standard document and denies any wrongdoing.

The network stated that Jonathan’s termination was due to insubordination and failure to meet the requirements of his improvement plan.

The Lambs have taken their grievances public, sharing their side of the story on social media and in interviews with outlets like the Houston Chronicle and investigative journalist Julie Roys. According to Suzy, their decision to go public stems from frustration over what they perceive as a lack of accountability and transparency within the network.

Daystar, in response, has defended its handling of the allegations. The network claims to have conducted an internal investigation, finding no evidence of wrongdoing.

Additionally, Daystar highlighted that the Lambs continued to maintain a relationship with the accused individual even after the alleged incident. The Lambs explained that they felt pressured by Joanie to attend events where the accused was present.

Joanie Lamb, who remains CEO, expressed her heartbreak over the family rift, stating, “As a mother and grandmother, this situation grieves me deeply. I had hoped we could resolve this privately, but I feel compelled to speak out.” She described the allegations as part of a failed power struggle by Jonathan to take control of the network after Marcus Lamb’s passing in 2021.

This unfolding scandal has drawn attention to broader issues, including the intersection of faith, family, and corporate governance. With investigations ongoing, the case highlights the complexities of balancing personal trust, public image, and the pursuit of justice in a deeply divisive situation.