Judge Judy, 83, Steps Back from On-Camera TV and Reveals the One Person She Trusts to Take Her Place

Daytime television will never be the same as daytime royalty Judge Judy Sheindlin, 83, prepares to hang up her robe for a surprising next chapter.

The end of "Judy Justice" in October will mark a turning point in Sheindlin's extraordinary television run. This time, however, the famously decisive judge knows exactly when to make her move.

She has also settled another difficult question: what happens when someone so closely identified with a television institution decides to step back. Her answer comes with a remarkable vote of confidence.

 

The End of an On-Camera Era

 

For three decades, Sheindlin's sharp questions, quick judgments, and unmistakable courtroom manner have been central to her television success.

But when "Judy Justice" finishes its Prime Video run in October, Sheindlin will move away from on-camera work — and her explanation for doing so is surprisingly straightforward.

Judge Judy Sheindlin on stage at the 2017 Forbes Women's Summit in New York City on June 13, 2017 | Source: Getty Images

Judge Judy Sheindlin on stage at the 2017 Forbes Women's Summit in New York City on June 13, 2017 | Source: Getty Images