Phil Donahue, Talk Show Titan, Dead at 88

[@HenriettaHudson-we4wv]

Phil set the standard for many talk show hosts. Condolences to Marlo Thomas and the family.

[@kenterminateddq5311]

Was Donahue popular before Jerry Springer? Him, Sally Jessy Raphael and Ricki Lake were trendsetters.

[@smeltriver09]

​@@kenterminateddq5311 ; Oh yes: Phil Donahue came to the talk show TV scene well before Jerry Springer and those others. Hence, he was the major trendsetter for that television show genre.

[@CliftonBowers-pc2xu]

Thank you 😊

[@NofaceCat]

What standard are you talking about? The invention of box wine for fat white ladies

[@lindabrodney4958]

And a special hug for his dog Charlie. I loved that the dog was mentioned in the death announcement. It shows you the special people that Phil and Marlo are. Respecting Love wherever it came from.

[@brentwalker8596]

Phil Donahue represents the best of what talk shows were and can be. Thanks for the good times.

[@ekop1778]

NOT LIKE THE GARBAGE VIEW SHOWS WE GOT NOW

[@jamiejay7633]

He paved the way for garbage today. He is w Baal now

[@brentwalker8596]

@@jamiejay7633 Is that supposed to mean something? So, you are acknowledging the existence of more than one god? In addition to "Yahweh", the Canaanite warrior-storm god whose daddy was "El"?

[@jamiejay7633]

@brentwalker8596 Yes, it means he isn't in God's kingdom after a lifetime of working towards tearing it down. Scoff if you want but it's gonna be laugh now cry later for you too and that's no good.

[@sandralyn5869]

I grew up watching "Donahue"! He was the best at what he did. My love & prayers 🙏 are with his wife, family, friends, and fans ♥️ We love you so much Phil Donahue! Rest in Peace 🕊️😢

[@wwetnabamafan194]

He was a part of my life growing up watching him on daytime TV when I had no school during the summer, & on school days when I was sick. Thank you, Phil, for being a pioneer of daytime TV talk. #RIPPhilDonahue🎤📺😢

[@GloriaGraceRand]

Me too! Our lives are richer for the work he did to elevate issues that people were afraid to tackle. My heart goes out to Marlo today and her family.

[@lisascorp]

Same here. In the early 80s when I was a teenager, my Mom and I went to a taping of his show in Chicago. We were in studio audience. I was young when he was on and did watch his shows when I had opportunity (summers, sick from school) but my mother watched him daily.

[@casanovafrankenstein8538]

Yep, we all grew up on Donahue! Rest in peace Phil, another part of my childhood is gone

[@j42youngblood24]

My grandmother watched Phil Donahue. She loved The Phil Donahue Show. R.I.P. Phil Donahue. Gone But Never Forgotten. My thoughts & prayers go out to his wife & the rest of Phil's family

[@corneliaengland4008]

I did too!❤

[@wongleebruce]

So sad what great host he was and did some memorable shows will go down in history as one of TVs best talk show hosts.

[@jamiejay7633]

Moloch is with him now.

[@RandomStuff-i4i]

I hope he knew the Lord

[@jamiejay7633]

@user-fq9ij4we4r He waged an anti Christian campaign his entire career.

[@Mar-ME-s3h]

A true televisión talk show host pioneer; a legend with intelligence, charisma, and compassion. What a beautiful love story Phil & Marlo share; our hearts go out to her in this immense loss (and the rest of his family). True love is eternal 🙏🏻🌸

[@jackeeo824]

Im old enough to remember him and always appreciated his honesty and openness....Thanks for the memories...

[@HeartTurnedToStone]

Wow. He had a good run and a long life. Still sad to see he passed. Prayers go out to Marlo Thomas, his wife of over 40+ years. RIP Phil 💔

[@seashelify362]

My Dad who lived to be 103, often said he felt 88 would have been a good age to die!!! RIP Phil, I loved watching your show!

[@SophiasOasis]

RIP Phil, you were an Icon. 🙏🏾🪽

[@jonburrows2684]

@@SophiasOasis how can he rip? How? I’m pretty sure Phil was an atheist but admit that I could stand to be corrected.

[@RestrictedFilms]

False

[@teagarden874]

He was a trail blazer. My condolences to his wife and family.

[@billy1673]

That sucks. One of the most genuinely nice human beings ever. RIP Phil.

[@RestrictedFilms]

Incorrect

[@SpencerMDay]

R.I.P. Mr. Donahue. 😞 Thank you for your kindness and your authenticity.

[@m.e.d.7997]

It came through. He was not only very bright, He was a kind man

[@isthatallthereis7541]

You came with a light and shined it bright, opening minds along the way. RIP Phil Donahue.

[@turdferguson7348]

I used to watch Phil when l was a kid.. Always liked him. 😢 RIP

[@robertbeining141]

Such a great loss to humankind. Phil Donahue had such incredible integrity, intelligence and superb compassion. He and Marlo were the greatest couple ever! My heartfelt condolences to his beautiful wife, children, family and friends and all that loved him.

[@PaulShaw-ex7ri]

I guess you never saw THE BUTLER , interview !

[@Barbara-q5y]

So sorry to hear the news. I loved his show... bless you Phil. Blessings ❤

[@integrityinus]

May Marlo find Peace after this very difficult loss! RIP Phil

[@stanford-nf4jk]

I grew up watching him as a kid. Anytime I was home sick from school or whenever the weather was extreme, I’d watch the daytime talk shows. Phil was my favorite of them all. The man is a legend and will be missed. Condolences to his family and friends. 😔💐

[@KarlaElaine100]

There aren’t any shows like this anymore. He was so bright and articulate.

[@suescharff3040]

A class act a real mensch

[@marvinrosenthal6158]

So sorry for your loss, Marlo. You and Phil were lucky to have found one another, and blessed to have gotten to share so many happy years, together.

[@TheBlaktygres]

I grew up wayching him. Hecwas & is one of the greatest interviewers/talk show hosts to exist. Although he got down to the informative nitty-gritty of subject matters, he kept it clean every time. Anyone at any age could watch his show & by the end of it, well informed. Im so glad he & Marlo found love & happiness in each other. Shes a beautiful lady & hes a handsome man. Rest on Sir Donohue, Rest on!

[@hinatasigosson8812]

A preacher, a communicator, a legend. I was not born Catholic, but I always appreciated his Town Hall Free Speech.

[@josephinetracy1485]

He was a nice man; almost naively wanted to make things better in a mean world.

[@yogaqueen1527]

I'm 40. Grew up watching Phil in the 90s as a kid with my mom

[@elizabeththomson9373]

Simply the best . Thankyou Mr Donahue for all your hard work and fairness you showed your guests on your wonderful show. May you rest in peace💐

[@nomiddlenamenmn427]

Rip, Phil. Beautifully done.

[@rachelerynkalish2207]

He was such a transformational man and his show was life and culture changing. I worked my studies around watching it in the pre streaming/recording days in college! RIP good sir. You are the original and you changed many of our lives, opened up our hearts and minds. 🙏🏼💔🙏🏼

[@jimalford6359]

I learned so much from watching his show. Thank you Phil and staff! ❤️

[@carriesantelman3448]

Rest in Peace Phil. My deepest condolences to Marlo Thomas. ✝️✝️✝️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💔💔💔😭😭😭

[@monicariley5598]

My condolences goes out the family of Phil Donahue. I've seen his talk show, he'd interview alot of people. His legacy will live on. He will be missed. Rip Phil Donahue 😢🙏👼

[@marjoriegarland2798]

Love Phil always, loved his show! Wishing Marlo Thomas and Family strength and love. Rest in peace Phil.💞

[@Sweetdays45]

Rest iIn Peace Phil Donahue .❤️😂🙏🏽You were one of the very few objective TV Talk show Journalist . Thank you for the fun moments . Nowadays, the world needs more objective journalists like you .

[@twistoffate4791]

I'm thinking about our beloved "That Girl" with the beautiful smile and big, expressive eyes, knowing that her heart is hurting today. Marlo, I will be thinking of you as you navigate a new life.

[@luvbig41]

His show with guess The Minister Farrakhan was epic. That will remain one of the best episode on any talk show. May he RIP.

[@barbarakennedy667]

He will be missed... he had a great show.... may he rest in peace.... he's a very humble man..

[@robinlanier6886]

Awww, this is so sad. Who didn't love Phil Donahue? 😢😢😢

[@donkey3187]

A lot of people...he was a super liberal

[@markherron1407]

REST IN POWER PHIL DONAHUE and condolences to Marlo Thomas Blessings and HUGS! 👑💜

[@tammyk1792]

Mr. Donahue was a class act.

[@SusanChristopher-hl7eq]

God bless you, Phil! I watched you in 1967 when home from school due to illness and as you progressed! You were the best! Condolences, Marlo! We love you too!

[@judychandler8485]

I just loved Phil Donahue. Sending my deepest condolences to Marlo & family ..

[@pamelalyon3264]

I watched his show for years and really enjoyed it

[@rainydays999]

Phil, helped many people. Rest in Peace.

[@timlol4374]

My buddy was on his show years ago. Phil was great at including the audience. RIP

[@dianestacey6155]

Very sorry for your loss I watched him all the time you will be missed Phil rest peacefully 🙏

[@karenlacy8950]

I’m sad. Loved and watched his show for a long time

[@yvonnenoel7206]

May he REST IN POWER 💜💜💜

[@osirismoon]

Man, I remember those few times when I was home from school as a kid. I loved it when the theme song come on and I would watch the show even if I didn't understand everything. "Yes, caller?" RIP Phil

[@keithmillner6620]

I used to watch Phil when I was a kid God bless Marlo on the lost of a great man like Phil Donahue so rest in peace

[@CherylGarry]

When Phil Donahue went off the air, talk shows hit the skids. I never found another as great as his. RIP Mr Donahue and I'm sorry for your loss Marlow and family. ❤❤

[@johnathan7258]

Anyone my age spent many afternoons watching Donahue, I remember watching with my Grandma in the summer when I'd visit. RIP

[@johnellharris1366]

Thought provoking highly intelligent he really was in a class all his own.Mr.Donahue will be missed.Rest easy sir.

[@theresamillan3186]

I'm so heartbroken another icon gone too soon RIP Phil 😢

[@memeflower9006]

Enjoyed him, love his show. God bless his family.

[@tammyhurst6729]

Loved his show back in the day. RIP

[@landers3700]

May his memory be eternal. Heartfelt sympathies to his precious, beautiful wife and great humanitarian Marlo💔💧 Bet he is scheduling interviews in Heaven.

[@Nostalgicpammie]

I grew up in Chicago back in the early 1970’s watching the “Donahue” show. And I was always proud when Phil Donahue recorded his show in Chicago. And then he moved on to New York. I loved his show. I watched it every day it was on. My condolences to Marlo Thomas and the family. Also sending my love and prayers to Marlo Thomas and the whole family. ❤🙏 Rest In Peace Phil 🕊 😢 You will always be remembered as a Pioneer in day time talk show television!

[@slc2466]

RIP to a true legend. Mr. Donahue greatly impacted my life via a show (circa 1989) wherein he addressed the book "The Boy Who Couldn't Stop Washing" and the topic of OCD, which I had been dealing with for years since childhood, but had never seen discussed by anyone else. Thanks to Phil raising the profile of OCD issues I was able to finally get help and live a better life.

[@annmoore8696]

RIP Phil 💔 😢 I'm sending My Condolences to his lovely Wife 🌹

[@showme6842]

RIP.The last of the true talk shows

[@alansuess6704]

I remember coming home from grade school each day and turning on the show. I enjoyed watching him. R.I.P

[@t.lucalake8963]

It is a sad day. RIP, Mr. Phil Donahue. THANK YOU!!, for your GREAT show. I watched The Phil Donahue Show from childhood into adulthood. From time to time, I still watch clips on KZbin. In my opinion, he was the BEST talk show host. PERIOD!! My deepest condolences to his wife, Ms. Marlo Thomas, his children, and to the rest of his family. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS MAN.

[@marvinrosenthal6158]

So many memories. My late father was a Phil, too. I remember me and my father, on his days home from work, watching and enjoying Donahue. My, how quickly 50 years have gone by! May both men rest in peace. PS "Phil" seems to be a good name for good guys.

[@suzannesanchez4864]

I was a teenager watching Phil Donuhue and truly enjoyed a variety of topics. Also, Jonny Carson. 😌 My condolences to his family 🙏❤️

[@annalaw4684]

I truly liked the king of daytime talk, Mr. Donahue, he was seemingly a kind, just sweet spirited gent. I watched his talk show as teenager, I had a lot of respect for the morals, principals, his sense of decency Mr. Donahue exceplified in interviews. Goodnight Mr. Donahue, sleep well!!!!!!

[@asthecrowflies737]

I watched Phil's show from almost the beginning. He went where no talk show host had gone before - the man is an ICON. Everyone leaves this Earth at some point. It is our accomplishments that make us eternal.

[@glorycloud1177]

Sure is a very (sad)" DAY😟.. Mr. Donuhue" sure is ONE of a KIND gonna Miss him that's for sure.. RIP🙏⚘️...

[@shirleydesrochers3319]

I watched this show every day. Rest in peace Mr. Phil.

[@jerry7311]

I remember Phil growing up and my Mom always watching. I also watched Marlo in her TV shows as well as her Father, Danny. The saddest thing about the passing of people you grew up with is that you're not very far away. Rest in Peace Phil and mt feltheart condolencces go to Marla and the rest of the family.

[@mirandavinci4146]

Rest in peace Phil. Thanks for the memories you were truly a great talk show host

[@adayinthelifeofalanliddell]

NO ONE COMES EVEN CLOSE. NEAR OR FAR. EVER. RESTORING INTERNAL PEACE:. MR. PHIL DONAHUE.

[@mw9537]

I loved watching the Donahue show. He was such an awesome talk show host. RIP Mr Donahue and sending love and prayers to Ms. Marlo Thomas.....❤😢

[@m.e.d.7997]

@@mw9537 There was never a dull moment when you watched his show

[@peopleplacesandperspective5564]

He was the best talk show host and I loved watching his show. R.I.P. Phil Donahue , prayers for his family and wife, Marlo. 💜🙏🏽☮️✨🌟

[@jeannewatkins4074]

Loved Phil Donahue. Rip sir.

[@Jebbie1976]

The Phil Donahue Show was the gold standard of daytime talk. Go with God Phil. Thanks for the memories.💔

[@julie1630]

This is truly sad. What a great man!! So nice and truly he will he missed. Phil, you are loved

[@computerroach1]

Deepest condolences to the entire family and all watching who are saddened by this tragic news. Thank you Mr Phil Donahue for all those great memorable moments. RIP. You Sir, "Will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN" 😢

[@pgijoy5037]

RIP. I spent hours with him when my babies were small. I owe him my sanity. And I loved my hour with him every weekday. Thanks Phil.

[@alicesais770]

My heart is broken, loved watching him, he was an amazing and humble human being. Most of all my heart goes out to his wonderful wife and family.🙏💔

[@Franklin-w3c]

Rest easy our talk show legend...🙏

[@Canyonradio]

His episodes on disabilities were life changing

[@wwetnabamafan194]

Some of those episodes are still here on KZbin, especially the AIDS episode.

[@wwetnabamafan194]

Some of those episodes are still here on KZbin, especially the AIDS episode.

[@JaylenPotts-zs2qw]

Phil Donahue was very special and s role model of generations of viewers.

[@rick3747]

I watched it since 1974. RIP Mr. Donahue

[@DaNiyaHodge]

Rip Phillip John Donahue, you will be missed

[@guillerminaacalderon238]

He was a genuine gentleman who did always the right things thanks Mr Phil Donahue ❤

[@005630The]

Condolences and sadness to see such a wonderful man and talk show host gone...he certainly was an Icon in this field and a very kind man! Condolences to His Family and Wife Marlo. May he rest in Eternal Peace with God!! Amen!

[@daviddemers9093]

I saw Phil once sitting by the pool reading a book at the Beverly Hills Hotel. I was afraid of disturbing him but now I am sorry I didn't introduce myself. He was a giant in television. RIP Phil!

[@roserandle6392]

We love you Phil Donohue. You will be sorely missed and fondly remembered.

[@Bucketlistretreats]

Oh gosh he was so special and a big part of my early adulthood. Thank you for opening my eyes and changing my thoughts. Thank you for your sweetness and joy and sharing that with all of us. XO, Kelly

[@eileen623]

This makes me feel sad believe it or not. I can hear Phil Donahue music in my mind, echoing through my grandmothers house. She really liked watching him.

[@debracisneroshhp2827]

Phil will be missed. 😢 He was one special man and host with a great talk show I rarely missed. 💖 🙏😇✨💫🌱🌿🌻🐝🌳🌎💖🙌😺

[@roxannevlogs7329]

Rest In Peace 💔Thank you for the memories. Condolences to Marlo Thomas, family and friends

[@stevenfarmer2660]

Prayers up for Marlo Thomas and Family!🙏🏻✝️

[@seagal60]

RIP Phil Donahue.Watched him back in the 90s😢🙏

[@frankdeste7941]

RIP Phil.....You changed TV and therefore changed the landscape of the US!

[@MLCMedia]

RIP Phil Donahue.

[@shuffleaccount1985]

I truly looked forward to watching his wonderful and informative show.. will be missed my heart goes out to Marlo

[@sapphirerain70]

He was a major part of my childhood. I always respected him. My mom and I watched him daily ❤ my heart goes out to Marlo.

[@Kathy-v8s]

Loved watching him all the years he was on.

[@NerakSirrah1]

Talk about an end of an era. Thanks, Phil. Appreciate you.

[@Jamesbrown-md7qy]

Great man excellent talk show host will be remembered ❤