Oprah Winfrey's Silence in Dr. Phil's Legal Turmoil Raises Eyebrows Among Fans: What’s Going On?

The financial downfall of television icon turned political analyst, Dr. Phil McGraw, has incited online hostility directed at his previous mentor, Oprah Winfrey. Recently, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Scott Everett determined that Dr. Phil's Merit Street Media must transition to Chapter 7 liquidation, a decision that reverberated across social media on October 29. Critics did not hesitate to scrutinize the 75-year-old's professional journey. Despite Winfrey's lack of involvement in the case, the media titan, 71, faced backlash for showcasing the Midwestern State University alumnus to a national audience. Social media users expressed satisfaction over Dr. Phil's troubles, with some sarcastically questioning why Winfrey did not assist her former protégé. Dr. Phil's ascent to fame stemmed from his self-titled talk show, birthed after his appearances on "The Oprah Winfrey Show." Their intertwined legacies became more complex following his political endorsements, contrasting sharply with Oprah’s Democratic alignment.

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