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Phil McGraw

Is Phil McGraw A-List?

YesA

YesPhil McGraw is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.

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Reached A-list in 2002

*Dr. Phil* Show Premieres

Ranking Timeline

1990C$1M

Courtroom Sciences, Inc. Founded

McGraw founds CSI, a trial consulting firm, laying the groundwork for his future media career.

1995B$5M+$4M

Consulting with Oprah Winfrey

McGraw works with Oprah Winfrey on legal cases, gaining media exposure.

1998B$10M+$5M

First Appearance on Oprah

McGraw makes his first appearance on the Oprah Winfrey Show, gaining widespread recognition.

2002A$50M+$40M

*Dr. Phil* Show Premieres

McGraw launches his own syndicated talk show, *Dr. Phil*, achieving massive success.

2010A$250M+$200M

Continued TV Dominance

Dr. Phil continues success on television, expanding his brand and influence.

2015A$350M+$100M

Production Company Success

McGraw's production company expands, creating new television shows and further increasing his income.

2023A$450M+$100M

*Dr. Phil* Show Ends

After 21 seasons, *Dr. Phil* is discontinued.

2024A$455M+$5M

Phil McGraw Network Launch

Dr. Phil launches Merit Street Media.

2026A$460M+$5M

Media Empire Continues

Dr. Phil remains a major figure in media with his new ventures.

Last updated: February 23, 2026