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What makes Judge Judy so irresistible for millions of TV viewers
Judge Judy has been on TV for two decades, resolving real-life small claim disputes. She’s the queen of daytime television, beating Ellen DeGeneres, Dr. Phil, and even Oprah when she was on air.
By Madeleine Brand • • 49m ListenJudge Judy has been on TV for two decades, resolving real-life small claim disputes. She’s the queen of daytime television, beating Ellen DeGeneres, Dr. Phil, and even Oprah when she was on air.
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Read the story18 minHow Judge Judy built a multi-million dollar fortune
Judge Judy has been on TV for two decades, resolving real-life small claim disputes. She makes nearly $50 million a year for it. Jazmine Hughes profiled her for New York Times Magazine.
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