Phil Donahue, Emmy-winning talk show host and media personality, died at the age of 88 after a long illness. He was known for groundbreaking TV talk show journalism and paved the way for other daytime hosts.
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Phil Donahue passed away at the age of 88 after a long illness
Known for tackling controversial topics and innovative daytime talk show format
Won 20 Emmy Awards and influenced other daytime hosts like Oprah Winfrey