'Nana' Judge Judy Instilled Her Character Traits into Lookalike Granddaughter & Showed Softer Side Spoiling Her

In reality, the no-nonsense Judge Judy, unafraid to give her verdict bluntly, has a soft spot for her thirteen grandkids and kids. Despite feeling guilty about being a working parent, she created a close bond with her look-alike granddaughter, Sarah Rose.

Judge Judy Sheindlin is a retired New York lawyer, judge, author, producer, and TV personality, but the title that best resonates with many of her fans is Judge Judy. For over a decade, she was the highlight of the "Judge Judy" show.

With her tough love and stern tone, she delivered justice on minor matters. Following the end of the "Judge Judy" show, the retired lawyer became the lead character of another courtroom series titled "Judy Justice" on IMDb TV on November 1, 2021.

Like the former, the new show explores several cases, but this time, with a team consisting of courtroom staff, including court stenographer Whitney Kumar, bailiff Kevin Rasco, and law clerk Sarah Rose.

The TV personality shares a unique relationship with Rose, her look-alike granddaughter and the third-generation female lawyer in the family. Interestingly, apart from their similar facial features, the women are like minds.

Since they began working as a team, their bond has intensified. While speaking about their work experience, Judge Judy claimed that her granddaughter's thinking process is "wired" like hers, adding, "She's a little snarky. I like that."

Despite her contentment with the new series, the courtroom arbitrator seemed excited with her experience and working relations gained during the "Judge Judy" show. She claimed:

"I had wonderful people producing and directing the Judge Judy program, and a couple of them will be following me to Amazon. That will keep my life on a steady keel."

Regarding their work relationship, the younger lawyer confessed that the opportunity allowed her to create memories that can be reminisced about with her grandmother.

These memories are filled with many lessons from the legal powerhouse. During an appearance on "GMA," the longest-running celebrity judge explained that her secret to delivering justice stems from her grounded childhood.

Judge Judy mentioned that as a child, she was taught to do the right thing and take responsibility for her actions. Her family and community followed this model, and it worked.

According to the Judge, today's world is different; things do not function. However, her beliefs are intact. For her, doing what is right cannot be compromised. She stated:

"If you tell the truth, you don't have to have a good memory."

Although Rose, who was present at the interview, nodded to her grandma's notes, sometimes, during their courtroom sessions, the women disagreed. While this healthy discourse shows how different they can be, the disagreement is not to incite hate but to teach the viewers.

The "Judy Justice" co-stars have bonded on legal matters more than once. Earlier in the year, the iconic TV judge presented her granddaughter with her Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School—this was her alma mater. Following the ceremony, the burgeoning star told The Post:

"I am so honored to share this moment with my grandmother. Following in her footsteps and continuing her legacy is my proudest achievement."

Like her grandmother, she is dedicated to the law and has roots deep in entertainment. Rose majored in communications at the University of Southern California. She also interned on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

More than once, Rose's grandmother has hailed her legal knowledge alongside her passion for TV. Judge Judy claimed her granddaughter is not camera shy, adding, "She even disagreed with a decision I made, and I said, 'I can see your side of the equation,' which is a big leap for me."

Rose Is in Awe of Her Grandmother, Who Influenced Her Greatly

Judge Judy's at-home personality is sweet, as she is a softie with her thirteen grandkids, who she always tries to influence positively.

Family time is a sacred business for Judy. In an intimate letter directed to her "Nana," Rose confirmed that her grandmother made them imbibe the family culture.

Rose, her look-alike and closest granddaughter, admitted that the family's matriarch made her believe lying was a no-no. As a child, she was instructed never to lie. According to her:

"You always have to be prepared for the follow-up question, that was the number one rule I learned as a child. Never try and lie. So if you're gonna try and tell a lie, make sure you are ready for the follow-ups."

Despite the rules, Rose grew to love her grandmother. Thankfully, this feeling is mutual. In anticipation of the Judge's 80th birthday, she revealed that her family would have a one-week holiday to mark the memorable event together on a quiet island.

Family time is a sacred business for Judy. In an intimate letter directed to her "Nana," Rose confirmed that her grandmother made them imbibe the family culture. In her words:

"Some of my most cherished memories are of when my parents would bring my siblings and me to the lake house to be with all the other cousins, aunts and uncles for a weekend."

She added, "Family is so important, and I have seen firsthand how amazing it can be when there is a strong matriarch leading the way."

Judge Judy Enjoys Family Time with Kids and Grandkids

When the blunt Judge is not busy delivering verdicts or enforcing family principles, she spends quality time with her thirteen grandkids — spoiling them. Without mincing words, she admitted:

"I spoil them. I'm trying to think of how we don't, but the answer is we do. We don't even think we're doing it, but their parents are very smart. They try to put the skids on it."

Judge Judy shares two kids with her first husband, Ronald Levy, and three stepkids with her current husband, Jerry Sheindlin. As a younger working parent, she claimed it was difficult to fulfill her children's needs.

In her first children's book, "Win or Lose by How You Choose," the author claimed that working parents are often chained by guilt in their relationship with their kids.

With her grandkids, she is more reliable and involved. At the back of her mind, Judge Judy wants to be present for them on special occasions and a confidant on serious issues.

Fortunately, so far, she is enjoying her years as a grandmother who spoils and inspires her grandkids at the same time while she continues to enjoy family bonding with the older adults at memorable events.