Liberty University is paying former president Jerry Falwell Jr. approximately $15 million as part of a settlement following his 2020 resignation amid a sex scandal, according to recently released tax filings, multiple media outlets have reported.
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Of the total, $5.5 million resolves litigation between Falwell and the university, while the remaining $9.7 million is tied to his retirement package, according to USA Today, which reportedly broke the story. Falwell has also reportedly repaid $440,000 to Liberty for disputed expenses.
Allegations
The scandal involved allegations that Falwell’s wife, Becki, had a years-long affair with a younger man, who claimed Falwell watched the encounters. Falwell denied involvement but admitted his wife had an inappropriate relationship. The university has declined media requests for comment.
The settlement ends years of legal disputes between the two parties. Falwell, son of Liberty’s founder, led the school from 2007–2020.
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Liberty to pay Jerry Falwell Jr. $15 million settlement after high-profile sex scandal -USA Today
Liberty to pay Jerry Falwell Jr. $15 million in settlement after high-profile resignation -Christian Post
Liberty University Pays Jerry Falwell Jr. $5.5 Million -Christianity Today
Liberty University to pay Jerry Falwell Jr. $15 million settlement -WSLS NBC 10
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EDITOR’S NOTE — This story was compiled from media reports by The Baptist Paper.
