The Highest-Paid TV Hosts of All Time

Dr. Phil

Dr. Phil McGraw, publicly known as Dr. Phil on the Dr. Phil talk show, got his start with successful segments on The Oprah Winfrey ShowDr. Phil debuted in 2002 and has been renewed until 2023. McGraw has a cumulative net worth of $440 million. He makes $80 million per year hosting the show.

McGraw draws on his experience as a clinical and forensic psychologist in order to offer advice and "life strategies" to people in need of guidance. Both Winfrey and McGraw serve as executive producers on the series. Although his methods have attracted criticism from psychotherapists and laypersons alike, Dr. Phil remains a prominent fixture of network television.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.