Judge Judy Sheindlin is one of the highest paid personalities on television, and she just signed a contract that will ensure she stays that way for another five years, through 2020.
The extension is undoubtedly lucrative for Sheindlin, who has been making more than $47 million a year under her previous contract. This time around, the deal also includes a first-look production component for her Queen Bee Prods. banner, which launched another successful courtshow strip this season, “Hot Bench.”
“I’m thrilled to be working with my CBS family for five more years, and very excited about this new adventure in production,” Sheindlin said. “I loved the experience of creating and developing ‘Hot Bench’ and look forward to replicating its success with more new, compelling and smart TV.”
Let’s break down some Judy math: At her current contract schedule, which is 52 days of work per year for an annual payout of $47 million, she’ll work 260 days over the next five years for a total of $235 million. That’s $903,846 per day. You know what that is?
No, Bianca Del Rio! That’s incredible. You go, Judes. Also, you’re welcome to adopt me if you’d like.
Source: Variety
