It’s the end of an era in daytime TV.
Dr. Phil will say goodbye when its current season comes to a close later this year, E! News confirms.
Hosted by Dr. Phil McGraw, the daytime talk show premiered in September 2002 and has run in syndication for 21 seasons.
“I have been blessed with over 25 wonderful years in daytime television,” McGraw said in a statement on Jan. 31. “With this show, we have helped thousands of guests and millions of viewers through everything from addiction and marriage to mental wellness and raising children. This has been an incredible chapter of my life and career, but while I’m moving on from daytime, there is so much more I wish to do.”
In recent years, the 72-year-old has diversified his resume within the entertainment industry. He is currently an executive producer on CBS’ So Help Me Todd, starring Skylar Astin and Marcia Gay Harden. McGraw also hosts two podcasts, Phil in the Blanks and Mystery & Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil.
Source link Dr. Phil has been a mainstay of daytime television for over 20 years. After more than 2,500 episodes, Dr. Phil McGraw is ending his show, leaving fans devastated.
The show debuted in 2002 and quickly earned acclaim and a wide fan base. On the show, McGraw addressed a series of issues, including marriage, family, and addiction.
McGraw started off his show discussing a wide range of topics, then moved on to focusing on guests who struggled with life-changing issues. In each episode, McGraw would have a candid discussion with the guests, discussing their struggles in an empathetic and understanding but also direct and honest manner.
The show has been an iconic part of daytime television for two decades and has had a lasting impact on viewers. It has provided education and advice to many, and served as a platform for some of the most important conversations of our times.
Though the show is coming to an end, McGraw will still be seen on television. He will continue his involvement in the upcoming new streaming service, the Phil platform.
The last shows are scheduled to air in late 2021, though it is unclear when exactly.
Fans of the show will miss McGraw and his inspiring work, but they can still look forward to seeing him and his work in the future.
