Marlo Thomas has recently shared her grief following the death of her husband, Phil Donahue.

Marlo Thomas shared a photo of her and her late husband Phil Donahue while vacationing on her Instagram

The beloved host of The Phil Donahue Show passed away on Sunday night after a prolonged illness. He was 88 years old.

Phil Donahue and Marlo Thomas at the Hillary premiere on March 04, 2020, in New York City

In a poignant Instagram post, Marlo, 86, shared a nostalgic photo of herself and Phil during a vacation, capturing their joyful moments together.

Marlo Thomas and Phil Donahue at Maxim’s Restaurant in New York City on September 26, 1985

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 Thomas on The Phil Donahue show in 1977

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.

Marlo Thomas and Phil Donahue on The Phil Donahue Show in 1977

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 Thomas and Phil Donahue at the New York Film Festival Spielberg premiere on October 5, 2017, in New York City

Marlo and Phil’s love story began in the late 1970s when Marlo appeared on Phil’s show.

Phil Donahue and Marlo Thomas at The Paley Honors: Celebrating Women in Television on May 17, 2017, in New York

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.