‘Judge Judy’ Sheindlin Takes Legal Action Against National Enquirer and InTouch Weekly for Defamation

Judge Judy Sheindlin, known for her no-nonsense approach in the courtroom, is not one to back down when it comes to defending her reputation. The television judge has filed a lawsuit against the parent company of the National Enquirer and InTouch Weekly for publishing a false story claiming she was trying to help the Menendez brothers get a retrial after they were convicted of murdering their parents.

The story, titled “Inside Judge Judy’s Quest to Save the Menendez Brothers Nearly 35 Years After Their Parents’ Murder,” was first published on InTouch Weekly’s website and later appeared in the National Enquirer. Sheindlin vehemently denied any involvement in the case and stated that the news outlets misattributed statements made by another individual to her.

This is not the first time Sheindlin has had to deal with false stories being published about her. In 2017, the National Enquirer retracted and apologized for stories claiming she suffered from Alzheimer’s disease and depression, as well as allegations of infidelity.

In a statement regarding the lawsuit, Sheindlin made it clear that fabricating stories about her reputation comes with a hefty price tag. She did not specify the amount of damages she is seeking but emphasized that it will be costly for the media outlets involved.

Sheindlin, who hosted the popular show “Judge Judy” for many years and now hosts “Judy Justice,” is determined to hold those responsible for spreading false information about her to account. The lawsuit serves as a reminder that even the toughest judges will not tolerate defamation of character.