Phil Donahue, Pioneering Talk Show Host, Dies at 88

Aug 19, 2024, 02:17 PM

Phil Donahue, a pioneering journalist and former daytime TV talk-show host, has died at the age of 88. Known for creating 'The Phil Donahue Show,' which ran from 1967 to 1996, Donahue revolutionized daytime television by introducing audience participation and addressing once-taboo social and political issues. His groundbreaking format influenced the landscape of talk shows, making him a celebrated figure in the industry. Donahue's death was confirmed by his publicist and reported by several news outlets, including NBC and CBS.