Marlo Thomas is a cult American actress writer, producer also a social change activist, who came to notoriety through her leading part on the cult TV show, “That Girl”. Born on November 21, 1937, in Detroit Michigan to Danny Thomas who became famous as actor/comedian Danny Thomas himself (marlo later attended Marymount High School before enrolling at the University of Southern California for studies in education, where she received an BA diploma).
Marlo Thomas, a talk show producer and host Philip Donahue were married on May 21 in 1980. Phil is well-known for host of “The Phil Donahue Show” the American television show and media personality that was on from 1967 to 1996 and earned many awards, including the 20 Emmy Awards and 3 Peabody Awards.
Marlo and Phil met when she was an interviewer during his chat show back in 1977. They immediately began to fall in love. They began dating shortly after and eventually got married shortly after and spending over 40 years of bliss without children. They also actively supporting numerous charitable causes, including the health of children and education.
Marlo Thomas was previously married to TV producer Herb Gardner from 1961-1978; the marriage ended with no children being born from the union. In the years since, Marlo has been linked romantically with famous men like actors David Geffen, director Terrence Malick, and the singer/songwriter Neil Diamond – none of whom she has ever married.
Marlo Thomas has had an incredible 60+ years career in the entertainment industry, playing iconic roles like “That Girl” in a variety of films, television shows and theatre productions. She has also been responsible for as a producer/executive producer on various projects like “Free to be… You and Me” and “Nobody’s Child”.
Marlo Thomas hasn’t just created her mark in entertainment, but she is also an award-winning author who has published books like “Free to be… You and Me” that was later adapted into a television show. Furthermore, Marlo is committed to various charitable and philanthropic endeavors throughout her professional career.
Conclusion Since May 21 the year the year 1980 Marlo Thomas, along with Phil Donahue who is a prize-winning talk producer and show host are happily married, but with no children. Since then, she’s had an amazing career that spans more than six decades as an actor and author, as well as a bestselling author and social activist, and is actively taking part in various charitable causes and charitable projects.
