Phil Donahue and Marlo Thomas had quite the love story. The legendary talk show host died on Sunday, Aug. 18, at the age of 88, and at the time, he had his wife by his side.

Actress Marlo Thomas has paid tribute to her late husband, talk show legend Phil Donahue. Donahue died Sunday at 88 following a long illness, his family confirmed to “Today” Monday.

Phil Donahue and Marlo Thomas were married for 44 years, and she was by his side when the talk show host died at home on Sunday, Aug. 18, at age 88.

Marlo Thomas reminisced about the good old days and focused on love in the weeks leading up to her husband Phil Donahue’s death. The “That Girl” actress, 86, was married to the talk show ...

Marlo Thomas thanked everyone for "the beautiful messages of love and support" after the death of her husband of 44 years, talk show host Phil Donahue. (Sean Zanni/Getty Images for National Arts Club) ...

Marlo Thomas leads tributes to her late husband and pioneering daytime talk show host Phil Donahue after his death at 88 years old, with additional tributes from hosts including Oprah Winfrey ...

Phil Donahue, the legendary talk show host, passed away at 88. He left behind a legacy that not only transformed television but also touched the hearts of millions. His wife of 44 years, actress ...