Judge Judy Sheindlin

Judy Sheindlin is a well-known figure in the realm of courtroom-themed programming, having starred in the top Nielsen-rated court show "Judge Judy" which aired from September 16, 1996, to July 23, 2021. Sheindlin was not just limited to one platform, she further launched a spinoff streaming series "Judy Justice" on November 1, 2021, which now airs on Amazon Freevee. Her efforts and impact in the industry were recognized in 2019 when she received a Lifetime Achievement Emmy for her work on "Judge Judy". This recognition was not a one-time event as she went on to win the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Legal/Courtroom Program in 2022 for the first season of "Judy Justice".

Sheindlin's ability to engage audiences on a national scale was showcased when she was featured in a segment on CBS's "60 Minutes". Apart from television, she also ventured into the literary world, publishing her first book, "Don't Pee on My Leg and Tell Me It's Raining," in 1996. Her career has been dotted with various recognitions, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in February 2006 and induction into Broadcasting & Cable's Hall of Fame in October 2012. Her show "Judge Judy" won its first Daytime Emmy Award in 2013 after 15 nominations and won again in 2016 and 2017.

Exploring other areas of media, Sheindlin founded Queen Bee Productions in 2014, which produced the reality courtroom series "Hot Bench". Furthermore, she created the game show "IWitness" which debuted on July 10, 2017. Acknowledging her influence and ability to inspire, Sheindlin, along with her stepdaughter Nicole Sheindlin, created and directs "Her Honor Mentoring," an initiative to empower young women. Sheindlin's dedication to open dialogue is evident from her funding of a space for public debate at the University of Southern California in September 2017. Her diverse experiences and accomplishments make her a powerful force in the public eye.