For more than two decades, Dr. Phil McGraw has been delivering life-changing advice and insightful strategies on TV. His loyal viewers often wonder whether the beloved talk show host is still happily married to his partner, Robin McGraw. Let’s dive into their love story and find out what keeps this power couple going strong after all these years.
How Dr. Phil and Robin McGraw Met: Love at First Sight
Before meeting Robin, Phil was married to his first wife, Debbie Higgins, from 1970 to 1973. They didn't have any children during their marriage. After their divorce, fate had something special in store for Phil. He and Robin met by chance through his youngest sister, Brenda. As Robin fondly recalls in a post on Dr. Phil’s website, “She said, ‘Do you want to come over and spend the night at my house?’ and we said yes. Brenda warned us to be quiet because her brother was in the next room, and he was very sick. I remember seeing this big man walking down the hall, and I thought to myself, ‘Wow, he’s huge!’”
That unexpected encounter turned into an instant connection. Phil and Robin decided to go out on a date the following night. Robin gushed about that first meeting, saying in an interview with Closer in April 2018, “I actually knew that first evening I sat and visited with him that he was The One.”
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Three years into their relationship, things got a little rocky when Robin expressed her desire to get married. Phil, however, wanted to finish school before taking the next big step. They spent three months apart, but soon realized how much they missed each other. Robin fondly recalls, “We went out to dinner, and he said, ‘I miss you, and I love you. I want to marry you. I don’t want to lose you.’ So, we got engaged a few weeks later on Valentine’s Day. Six months after that, we were married.”
Still Together After All These Years
Fast forward to today, and Phil and Robin’s bond has only grown stronger since their wedding in 1976. They celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary in August 2023, proving that their love continues to flourish over the decades. Their relationship is a testament to the power of commitment, understanding, and mutual respect.
A Family Legacy: How Many Children Do Dr. Phil and Robin McGraw Have?
Three years after tying the knot, Phil and Robin welcomed their first child, son Jay McGraw. Their second son, Jordan McGraw, was born in 1986. Both Jay and Jordan have started their own families, making Phil and Robin proud grandparents. Robin once told Closer in December 2014, “Parenting is a tough job, but being a grandparent is all reward. You get to enjoy the kids without the heavy responsibilities.”
