Where Did 'White Jesus' Come From? Listen Download Embed Share Share this on Facebook (Opens in a new window) Share this on Twitter (Opens in a new window) Share this via Email Oct. 3, 1957, at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. Sallman was honored for his "Head Of Christ" painting, shown in background. ( Bob Schutz / Associated Press ) Produced by Eloise Blondiau Produced by WNYC Studios