Legendary Talk show host Phil Donahue passes away at 88

Phil Donahue, the influential talk show host who reshaped daytime TV, passed away at age 88. Known for ‘The Phil Donahue Show,’ which ran for 29 years, he tackled controversial topics and promoted social justice. His legacy includes his pioneering audience-participation format. Donahue is survived by his wife, Marlo Thomas, their children, and grandchildren.