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Earl Paulk, Founder of a Megachurch, Is Dead at 81

Apr. 4, 2009
Bishop Paulk was an influential evangelical preacher who helped build a Georgia megachurch but who was humbled by accusations of adultery and sexual misconduct.
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ATLANTA, March 29 (UPI) -- Bishop Earl Paulk, a charismatic preacher dogged by accusations of sexual impropriety, has died of cancer in Atlanta at age 81, his family says.

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Russian Maria Sharapova signs autographs after winning her French Open womens first round match against Romanian Alexandra Cadantu at Roland Garros in Paris on May 29, 2012. Sharapova defeated Cadantu 6-0, 6-0 to advance to the next round. UPI/David Silpa