He preached to his followers on radio and television broadcasts around the world for decades, and it was estimated that he had reached more than two billion people – from the US to communist North Korea – during his 70 years on the pupit.
Celebrations were planned this year as he was due to turn 100 on November 7.
With his steely features and piercing blue eyes, Rev Graham was a powerful figure when he preached in his prime, roaming the stage and hoisting a Bible as he declared Jesus Christ to be the only solution to humanity’s problems.
He was such a powerful figure that he had audiences with royals and world leaders as he travelled the globe.
