Dr. Phil McGraw

Guide Note:
American psychologist, author and television personality Dr. Phil McGraw hosts the syndicated daytime talk show Dr. Phil.
McGraw uses a "get real" behavior modification approach to psychology, which involves making behavioral changes to improve one's life rather than dwelling on the past. On the Dr. Phil show, he applies these strategies to his guests' problems in an attempt to help them overcome issues ranging from rebellious teenagers to obesity.
Before Dr. Phil, McGraw appeared as the weekly "Relationship and Life Strategy Expert" on The Oprah Winfrey Show from 1998-2002.
McGraw has written six New York Times bestselling books and, in 2003, founded the nonprofit charity organization, The Dr. Phil Foundation to "help children and families at risk."
On April 14, 2008, Dr. Phil came under fire for reportedly posting bail for Victoria Lindsay attack suspect and potential guest Mercades Nichols. In a statement, the show conceded that staff members "went beyond their guidelines" and the show would not go forward with the episode.
In November of 2007, McGraw and his wife of over 30 years, Robin McGraw, dismissed rumors that they were getting divorced. However, on April 12, 2008, the rumors resurfaced.
In late 2007, McGraw announced that a new Dr. Phil spin off series, The Doctors, was in the works and would premiere in September of 2008.
Fast Facts:
- Full name: Phillip Calvin McGraw
- Birth date: September 1, 1950
- Birth place: Vinita, Oklahoma
- Current residence: Los Angeles, California
- Married Robin Jameson in 1976
- Two sons: Jay and Jordan
Quotes:
- "I'm not the Hush-Puppies, pipe and 'Let's talk about your mother' kind of psychologist."
- "Nothing's funnier to me than laughing at myself."
- "Obesity has overtaken cancer as the No. 1 cause of avoidable, preventable death in American society. It's an epidemic-level problem."
The Mahalo Top 7
- Official Site: Dr. Phil.com
- Wikipedia: Phil McGraw
- IMDb: Phil McGraw Filmography
- TV.com: Phil McGraw
- Yahoo! Anwers: Is Dr. Phil a real doctor?
- Official Site: Dr. Phil Foundation
- YouTube Video: Dr. Phil McGraw on Jimmy Kimmel Live 2-7-08 (Time: 7:55)
Dr. Phil McGraw News and Articles
- Google News: Dr. Phil McGraw
- The Ledger: "Dr. Phil" Intervenes in Beating Case (April 14, 2008)
- FOX News: Dr. Phil Show Blames Low-Level Staffer for Bailing Out YouTube Teen (April 14, 2008)
- News OXY: Dr Phil Divorce Not True (April 12, 2008)
- People: Britney's Family: Dr. Phil Violated Trust (January 9, 2008)
- FOX News: Britney Spears Rejects Visit from Dr. Phil (January 5, 2008)
- Globe: Dr. Phil Divorce Blow-up! (November 1, 2007)
- TMZ.com: Dr. Phil Lays the Smackdown (December 15, 2006)
- The Seattle Times: Iraqis find Solace in Dr. Phil (October 18, 2006)
Dr. Phil McGraw Photos
- Flickr: Dr. Phil Photos
- Google Image Search: Dr. Phil Photos
Dr. Phil McGraw Videos
- Google Video: Dr. Phil McGraw Videos
- Search For Video: Dr. Phil Videos
- YouTube Video: Dr. Phil Kicks Guest Off Show (Time: 2:49)
- YouTube Video: Dr. Phil and Robin McGraw at a Book Signing (Time: 7:11)
- YouTube Video: STD Testing on The Dr. Phil House (Time: 3:36)
- YouTube Video: Paula Abdul Teaches Dr. Phil Dance Moves (Time: 2:00)
Dr. Phil McGraw Biographies and Personal Info
- Wikipedia: Phil McGraw
- IMDb: Phil McGraw Biography
- Official Site: Dr. Phil Bio
Dr. Phil McGraw Blogs, Messageboards, and Fun Stuff
- Official Site: Message Boards
- The Dr. Phil Random Quote Generator
- Uncyclopedia.org: Dr. Phil
Dr. Phil McGraw Timeline
- September 1, 1950: Born in Vinita, Oklahoma
- 1989: Founds Courtroom Sciences, Inc.
- 1995: Advises Oprah Winfrey in Amarillo Texas Beef Trial
- 2002: Dr. Phil premieres on ABC.
Dr. Phil McGraw Merchandise
- Barnes & Noble: Dr. Phil McGraw Books
- Amazon.com: Phil McGraw Merchandise
- Official Store: Dr. Phil Store
- eBay: Dr Phil Merchandise
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