Legendary talk show host Phil Donahue has died at 88 years old.
His family told The Today Show that he passed away on Sunday night “following a long illness.”
The King of Daytime Talk’s family told the outlet that he died surrounded by his family, including his wife of 44 years, actress Marlo Thomas, his sister, children, grandchildren and “beloved golden retriever.”
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.
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