Long‑time television jurist Judge Judy Sheindlin is preparing to end her on‑screen career. The 83‑year‑old star told People that she will retire from television once her Prime Video series Judy Justice concludes in October.
New show to carry on the legacy
According to a representative, Sheindlin’s son, Adam Levy, will inherit the gavel for the upcoming syndicated program Adam’s Law. The courtroom series, which debuts nationally on Monday, Sept. 14, is a creation of Sheindlin herself, who also serves as an executive producer.
“She is not retiring, just rewiring,” the spokesperson said, emphasizing that the transition is a continuation rather than a farewell.
Adam Levy’s background
Levy, a Hofstra Law School graduate, spent time as a ski instructor before entering the legal field. He practiced privately, served as the district attorney for Putnam County, N.Y., and entered television in 2023 with the Prime Video show Tribunal Justice. Sheindlin praised her son’s capabilities, noting, “There aren’t a lot of people who can carry a half hour on their own unscripted. He has what it takes.”
Sheindlin’s impact and future plans
Judge Judy launched her eponymous syndicated series in 1996 after a career as a prosecutor handling juvenile crime, domestic violence, and child‑abuse cases. The show ran for 25 seasons, reaching an estimated 10 million viewers at its peak and becoming known for Sheindlin’s no‑nonsense demeanor and memorable one‑liners.
Sheindlin said she still wants her message to reach audiences, even as she steps back from the courtroom. “I have a lot of other things of interest,” she said. “I don’t want to do hair and makeup anymore, but I still want my message to get out there.”
Family reflections
During a 2022 interview with Fox News Digital, Sheindlin’s granddaughter, Sarah Rose, highlighted the judge’s softer side, describing her as a “fantastic problem solver” for those she loves. Rose recalled a key piece of advice: “You have to define yourself, and you tell other people who you are. Not the other way around.”
She added that the guidance helped her develop confidence and a sense of purpose, underscoring the lasting personal influence of Judge Judy beyond her television persona.
What’s next?
While Sheindlin prepares to step away from the bench, she hinted at new projects and interests that lie beyond the courtroom. Fans can look forward to the debut of Adam’s Law later this month, a program that promises to blend the familiar courtroom drama with fresh perspectives under Levy’s stewardship.
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