Wow: that's what Dr. Phil looked like!

He's been a regular on TV for years: Dr. Phil McGraw knows how to make prestigious television, and he can't seem to stay away from TV. But before appearing on television with the familiar bald head and bushy mustache, he made waves as "Mr. Tackle" on his school's football team. Do you recognize him again? 73 years old You wouldn't know it from looking at him, but “Doctor” Phil McGraw is now 73 years old. He may be blowing out 74 candles in September, but aside from slightly grayer hair, he still looks exactly like Dr.