Judge Judy Sheindlin is retiring from on-camera television work after more than three decades in the courtroom format. The 83-year-old announced the decision in an interview with People, stating she plans to end her on-screen appearances once the current season of her Prime Video series Judy Justice wraps up.

Judy Justice will conclude with its 120th and final episode of Season 4 on October 23, 2026. Sheindlin cited a desire to avoid the daily routine of hair and makeup while still wanting her message of accountability and common sense to reach audiences.

Sheindlin will continue working behind the scenes. She is executive producing Adam’s Law, a new syndicated small-claims court show starring her son, Adam Levy. The program premieres September 14, nearly 30 years after the original Judge Judy debuted in 1996. Levy, 57 or 58 depending on exact reporting, previously served as a district attorney and appeared on other legal programs.

Sheindlin also plans to develop Judyverse, an adult animated series inspired by viral AI-generated Baby Judge Judy clips. Additional interests include spending more time with family and enjoying afternoon naps. She described feeling content with her accomplishments, noting she has nothing left to prove.

A 90-minute CBS retrospective special titled Judge Judy: Unfiltered, Unforgettable is scheduled to air September 22 at 8 p.m. ET. The program will highlight her career that began in 1996 and included 25 seasons of the original syndicated show before transitioning to streaming.

Sheindlin built a reputation for blunt rulings on real small-claims cases, emphasizing personal responsibility and rejecting excuses. Her exit marks the end of an era in daytime and streaming court television, with the family legacy continuing through her son’s new venture.