Marlo Thomas has recently shared her grief following the death of her husband, Phil Donahue.
The beloved host of The Phil Donahue Show passed away on Sunday night after a prolonged illness. He was 88 years old.
In a poignant Instagram post, Marlo, 86, shared a nostalgic photo of herself and Phil during a vacation, capturing their joyful moments together.
In the accompanying caption, she expressed her sorrow and announced that she would be stepping away from social media to focus on self-care and support those who were close to Phil.
Marlo thanked her followers for their kind messages, noting how much Phil enjoyed their online community. She also expressed her hope for continued well-being and happiness for her followers, reflecting on the cherished time she had with Phil.
Following the announcement, condolences poured in from fans and friends, including comedian Rosie O’Donnell, who praised Phil and extended her love to Marlo and her family.
Marlo and Phil’s love story began in the late 1970s when Marlo appeared on Phil’s show.
Their connection was evident from their on-screen interaction, leading to their marriage in 1980. The couple enjoyed 44 years of marriage and shared a deep bond that touched many.