Who is Marlo Thomas’ husband Phil Donahue and do they have children?
ACTRESS, Marlo Thomas, has been married to former daytime talk show host, Phil Donahue, for over 40 years.
Although Marlo did not have kids of her own, she helped raise Phil's five children from a previous marriage.
Who is Phil Donahue?
Phil Donahue is an American media personality, writer, film producer, and creator and host of The Phil Donahue Show.
The 86-year-old pioneered a talk show television format that included audience participation.
Phil got his start in local radio before he graduated, becoming a news reporter, and eventually, a television host.
His hugely popular show aired from 1967 to 1996 and won 20 Daytime Emmys.
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What is Phil Donahue's net worth?
Phil Donahue's net worth is estimated to be $150million, as per .
Marlo Thomas' fortune is estimated to be the same as her husband's, according to the .
Phil became a household name over the years - even Oprah Winfrey admires the talk show legend.
"I have said this many times before," Oprah . "If it weren't for Phil Donahue, there would never have been an Oprah Show."
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What does Phil Donahue do now?
Phil became a New York Times bestselling published author after his MSNBC show, Donahue, was canceled in 2003.
Marlo and Phil published a book in May 2020 titled - What Makes a Marriage Last: 40 Celebrated Couples Share with Us the Secrets to a Happy Life.
The synopsis reads: "a compelling and intimate collection of intriguing conversations with famous couples about their enduring marriages and how they have made them last through the challenges we all share."
When did Phil and Marlo get married?
Phil and Marlo got married on May 21, 1980.
The pair met after she was a guest on his show during the 1970s.
Marlo is an actress and is best known for starring on the sitcom, That Girl, and her children's franchise, Free to Be... You and Me.
Phil was previously married to Margaret Cooney for 16 years, from 1958 to 1975.
Phil shares five children with his first wife: Mary Rose Donahue, Jim Donahue, Michael Donahue, Daniel Donahue, and Kevin Donahue.
Marlo, who never had any biological children of her own, opted to raise her husband's children after Phil's divorce from his ex-wife.