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‘Dr. Phil’ Talk Show to End in Spring After 21 Seasons - Variety
Feb 01, 2023 58 secs
“I am compelled to enage with a broader audience because I have grave concerns for the American family, and I am determined to help restore a clarity of purpose as well as our core values,” McGraw said.

Phil” episodes and the license fees and advertising revenue the show generates is sure to be a blow to Paramount Global’s bottom line.

Word of McGraw’s decision to end new production surfaced in part because TV station operators were surprised by the high price tag CBS is seeking for the “Dr.

“Phil is a valued partner and member of the CBS/King World family, and while his show may be ending after 21 years, I’m happy to say our relationship is not,” said Steve LoCascio, president of CBS Media Ventures.

CBS aims to dress up the repeat episodes with new wraparound material filmed by McGraw, including updates on the fate of specific guests and new developments in counseling and therapy.

McGraw endeared himself to millions of viewers with his folksy brand of advice that he delivered to fueding couples, harried parents, surly teenagers, wayward adults and others grappling with substance abuse, mental illness and relationship problems.

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