Robert Burale Recalls Being Accused Of Devil Worshipping

Motivational speaker and preacher Pastor Robert Burale has opened up about the wild allegations he has faced over the years, recalling how his personal preference for black fashion once led critics to accuse him of devil worship and drug trafficking.

Speaking during an interview on Thursday, October 8, 2026, Burale addressed the bizarre theories generated by his signature wardrobe.

“I have been called a drug dealer; I have been called a devil worshipper because I love black, you know? I love black, 90% of my clothes are black,” Burale shared.

Revisiting a specific incident, Burale recalled attending an overnight prayer vigil (kesha) hosted by one of his spiritual sons, dressed in his customary all-black ensemble. Rather than focusing on his presence, onlookers began speculating about his spiritual standing based on his outfit.

“One of my sons was having a kesha, and they invited me, and then someone said I wear black because he is high in the ranks,” Burale recalled with amusement.

Instead of taking offense, Burale used the experience as a moment of self-reflection and spiritual instruction, seeking guidance on how best to handle public scrutiny.

“When I went for the kesha I was dressed in black. I asked God, what am I supposed to learn from this? What do I do?” he noted.

The ordeal, he explained, reinforced a crucial life principle regarding public perception and restraint: the power of selective silence.

“Number 1, don’t ever respond to everything. Somebody can say something wild about you, so that you respond,” Burale advised, warning that reacting to every baseless claim only amplifies noise that does not deserve attention.