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Spielberg's Mock Trial for Mom's Birthday
22 Sep
Summary
- Steven Spielberg appeared on Judge Judy for a mock trial.
- The trial was a 90th birthday gift for his mother.
- His mother was a devoted fan of Judge Judy Sheindlin.
Filmmaker Steven Spielberg is featured in a CBS special, "Judge Judy: Unfiltered, Unforgettable," celebrating Judge Judith Sheindlin's career. Spielberg recounts a memorable mock trial he participated in with his siblings for their mother Leah Adler's 90th birthday. This event was inspired by Adler's deep admiration for Sheindlin.
During the mock trial, Spielberg and his sister Annie "sued" their sisters Nancy and Sue for allegedly not paying for party supplies. Sheindlin presided over the humorous case, which concluded with Spielberg dropping the suit. Adler, who passed away in 2017 at 97, found a kindred spirit in Sheindlin's directness, often wishing she could express herself as openly.
The special includes tributes from various celebrities, including RuPaul and Samuel L. Jackson, alongside Spielberg. Sheindlin herself takes viewers through her career milestones. The special airs on CBS and streams on Paramount+.
