Phil McGraw

Date of Birth: September 1, 1950

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Phillip Calvin McGraw, popularly known as Dr. Phil, is an American television personality, author, and psychologist. He was born on September 1, 1950, in Vinita, Oklahoma, USA. Dr. Phil first gained celebrity status with appearances on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” in the late 1990s. His straightforward style and no-nonsense advice quickly resonated with viewers, leading to his own syndicated daytime talk show, “Dr. Phil,” which premiered in 2002. Phil McGraw attended the University of Tulsa on a football scholarship but later transferred to Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology. He went on to receive a master’s degree in experimental psychology and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of North Texas. Before becoming a household name in television, Dr. Phil co-founded Courtroom Sciences, Inc., a trial consulting firm, in 1990. The company’s success led him to work with Oprah Winfrey, providing trial consulting for her legal battles. This collaboration opened the door to his television career. His show, “Dr. Phil,” deals with a variety of topics including weight loss, dysfunctional families, and various psychological issues. Dr. Phil has also authored several best-selling books, including “Life Strategies,” “Self Matters,” and “Relationship Rescue.”

5 Interesting Facts about Phil McGraw

1. Dr. Phil was named one of the “100 Most Influential People” by Time magazine in 2006.

2. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he received in 2020.

3. Dr. Phil played college football as a linebacker at the University of Tulsa.

4. He has been married to his wife, Robin McGraw, since 1976.

5. Dr. Phil is known for his philanthropic efforts, including the Dr. Phil Foundation, which aims to support disadvantaged children and families.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Phil McGraw

1. “You can’t change what you don’t acknowledge.”

2. “Awareness without action is worthless.”

3. “Sometimes you make the right decision, sometimes you make the decision right.”

4. “Life’s managed, not cured.”

5. “You either get it or you don’t.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Dr. Phil’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $460 million.

Children

Dr. Phil and his wife Robin have two sons, Jay McGraw and Jordan McGraw. Jay McGraw is a television producer and writer, known for producing the “The Doctors” and co-writing several books with his father. Jordan McGraw is a musician and vocalist.