Phil Donahue's show marked a precursor to daytime talk shows that emerged during the 1980s and 90s, featuring celebrity guests and musical acts initially. However, he quickly expanded beyond entertainment into discussing health and social issues previously off-limits. This approach led to his downfall, as it attracted competitors like Jerry Springer, Sally Jesse Raphael, and Geraldo Rivera who were more willing to tackle controversial topics for ratings.
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