Judge Judy Is a ‘No-Nonsense’ Grandma of 13 — She Spoils Her Grandkids, Some of Whom Followed in Her Footsteps
- Judge Judy takes on a totally different role once she’s off the job.
- She married the same man twice.
- She raised five kids and is a proud grandmother of 13 grandkids. She officiated her first grandson’s wedding.
America’s beloved television arbitrator, Judy Sheindlin, better known as Judge Judy, understands that she is a hardcore TV host and that someone will take over the reins someday.
Judy said this in an interview with Larry King back in December 2006. However, she did note that she did not want a replacement for her position on the “Judge Judy” show.
“I don’t know if I want anybody to replace me in my chair. I know somebody will come along. They will find somebody who is feisty and tough,” the TV star said at the time.
Judy’s courtroom reality show ended in 2021 following 25 seasons. As a result, she walked away with a $440 million fortune.
The media personality reportedly raked in $47 million per year while on the TV show since 2012, making her one of the highest-paid television hosts. She quipped about her high salary in 2017:
“I joke now. I certainly don’t want pay parity with guys.”
Judy’s personality off-screen differs, including being a mother, a wife, and a grandparent. In November 2022, she stepped out with her beloved husband, Jerry Sheindlin, and reportedly looked unrecognizable.
She had a tan and opted for a casual look for the couple’s lunch date outing, which is the opposite of her early years in television in strict courtroom attire.
Moreover, Judy once explained that following a long day at work, she would go home and prepare meals for her family, “appointments, clothes, socks – and not everybody is as neat as you would want them!” she added.
Over the years, Judy has given fans a glimpse into her daily life. Between March and April 2020, she posted images of her participating in activities at home.
One photo showed her playing Scrabble, and another displayed her running. She wrote, “Exercise is important. However, remember to practice social distancing!”
Judy is an animal lover at heart. She shared a picture of her having “lunch” with her dog, Scout, outside her house. “Spending quality time with my favorite dog!” she captioned her post.