Talk Show Host Phil Donahue Dies at Age 88 Surrounded by Family
Talk show host Phil Donahue, who paved the way for other daytime TV talk show hosts, and shows, has died following a long illness, according to media reports. He was 88.
Donahue’s family told The Monday Show he died on Sunday night surrounded by family.
He was married for 44 years to actress Marlo Thomas. He is survived by his sister, children, grandchildren and “beloved golden retriever” his family told The Monday Show.
Donahue’s family has requested donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Phil Donahue/Notre Dame Scholarship Fund in lieu of flowers according to the family’s statement.
— City News Service
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