TODAY JUDGE JUDY TURNS 82! 🌸 Her wisdom and wit continue to inspire us! All this time her husband has been her support.

Judge Judy Sheindlin, renowned for her role as a no-nonsense television court arbitrator, has not only found success in the courtroom but also in her long-standing marriage to Jerry Sheindlin, a fellow lawyer and former judge. Despite their enduring bond, the couple faced a temporary setback in their relationship when they divorced in 1990. However, their separation didn’t last long, and Judy later revealed why she chose to remarry Jerry, explaining the deep connection and love that drew them back together.

Judy and Jerry’s relationship has always been intertwined with their legal careers. They first met in a bar after Jerry had just finished defending a murder case, a meeting as bold and direct as their personalities. Judy walked in, pointed at him, and demanded, “And who is this?” Jerry’s immediate response, “Lady, get your finger out of my face,” set the tone for their fiery yet enduring partnership. They married in 1977 after Jerry set a wedding date to avoid facing Judy’s father, who she insisted Jerry needed to ask for permission to live together.
Throughout their marriage, Judy and Jerry supported each other’s careers. When Jerry, then a New York State Supreme Court judge, was offered a role on the television show “The People’s Court,” he turned to Judy for advice. She encouraged him to accept the opportunity, and Jerry, always confident in his wife’s judgment, took on the role. Though Judy later became a household name through her own television success, Jerry never felt threatened by her rising stardom. Instead, he humorously remarked that if his own show outperformed hers, he’d be calling Hollywood to remake the film Sleeping With the Enemy.
Despite their strong bond, Judy and Jerry hit a rough patch in 1990 following the death of Judy’s father, Murray Blum. The emotional strain led to their divorce, but their separation was brief. Judy later shared that the time apart made her realize how much she valued Jerry’s presence in her life. Jerry echoed this sentiment, admitting that he missed her from the very first week of their separation. Just a year later, the couple remarried in 1991, having learned that their connection was too strong to be severed.
In a rare interview discussing their brief split, Judy candidly shared the reason she remarried Jerry. She reflected on her dating experiences during their separation, concluding that “most men were alike” and that Jerry was the one she truly wanted to be with. She also spoke about the differences between men and women, particularly the basic needs that men have for affection, personal space, and being taken care of—needs that Judy understood well.
Over the years, Judy has offered insights into the longevity of their relationship. She stressed the importance of personal space, noting that spending 24 hours a day together can be “deadly” for a marriage. Now in their golden years, with Jerry recently celebrating his 90th birthday and Judy nearing her 82nd, the couple continues to enjoy each other’s company. Judy has always emphasized the value of maintaining a good appearance, something Jerry takes seriously as he aims to outlive her with his dedication to staying in shape.
Judy and Jerry Sheindlin’s nearly five-decade relationship stands as a testament to love, mutual respect, and humor. Their journey together, marked by resilience and deep affection, proves that true companionship can weather any storm.