Phil Donahue Dies at 88 - Emmy Award-Winning Talk Show Host

Phil Donahue Dies at 88 - Emmy Award-Winning Talk Show Host

Philip Donahue, a prominent television broadcaster and creator of "The Phil Donahue Show," has passed away at the age of 88. 

Donahue died Sunday night of an undisclosed illness, according to a family statement provided to ABC News by a representative for Donahue's wife of 44 years, Marlo Thomas.

Donahue was a significant figure in daytime television, known for his innovative approach to talk shows and his focus on engaging with a wide range of social issues.

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Born on December 21, 1935, in Cleveland, Ohio, Donahue’s talk show, which began in 1967, ran for 29 years and became a platform for discussing various important topics.

His program was noted for its direct approach and willingness to tackle controversial subjects.

Donahue received several awards during his career, including 20 Daytime Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award. His work left a lasting impact on television and journalism.

The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Phil Donahue/Notre Dame Scholarship Fund, according to the statement.

This article was published in conjunction with Chat GPT.