Long-running syndicated court show Judge Alex has been cancelled. The cancellation was confirmed by Stephen Brown, executive VP of programming and development for the Fox Television Stations.
“We would like to thank Alex Ferrer as well as executive producer Kathy Sapp and the entire staff for producing a strong daytime court program,” said Brown in a statement. “Alex’s extensive police, legal and judicial experience combined with his great sense of humor made for compelling daytime television for nearly 10 years.”
Judge Alex debuted on September 12, 2005 and features cases that are presided over by Judge Alex E. Ferrer, a former police officer, lawyer, and Florida judge.
The series is the lowest-rated of the five remaining court shows and will continue airing original episodes through August.
In a statement on his Facebook page, Ferrer said, “It was not my decision to end the show. I enjoyed doing the show and would keep doing it but, for many reasons, the company that produces the show wanted to move on. I am grateful that I was able to work with really amazing people like my EP Kathy Sapp and Associate EP’s Tera Roberson and James Glover; Directors Eddie October, Michael Dimitch and Art Bergel; Bailiffs Mason Burroughs & Victor Simon, my makeup, hair and wardrobe help that changed me from hideous to tolerable; incredible producers and associate producers who found great cases for me to try and so many others in our 100 person staff and crew who made the show a success. I’m also grateful to have so many great fans and friends, many of whom I got to meet; and I’m sure that I’ll still get to meet more of you at other events.”
He also hinted that he may return to television at some point in the future.
What do you think? Did you like Judge Alex? Are you sorry that it’s been cancelled?
Judge Alex had one of the best judge programs.
I’m truly disappointed in learning that Judge Alex has been cancelled. He was very fair, insightful, great discernment, and highly respected. This court program was not only entertaining, it was also educational in regards to the justice system. My 83 years old mother would look forward to having our lunch together while viewing his show. I really hope that whoever is responsible for making the decision to return the show please do so. Thanking you in advance. And by all means, Judge Alex you were awesome….
its too bad they have to cancel, they keep junk like the simpsons on for ever and take the good shows offl
I am totally devastated. What a tragic mistake to cancel Judge Alex!!
Canceling Judge Alex has to be one of the biggest mistakes ever made. I see Divorce Court replaced it. Seriously? Judge Alex is a cut FAR above all the other court shows. Add to that he is eye candy. How could you do this?!
Btw, I don’t think you will see any comment here that says they are happy the show was cancelled. Get a clue producers! Advertisers!!??
I would like to see Judge Alex back. He is much more entertaining to watch than the other court shows. Besides Peoples Court, his is the only one I bother watching.
I think whoever made the decision to cancel his show made a mistake. WXMI Fox 17 replaced it with Divorce Court – which I don’t bother watching.
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Unbelievable! This was one of the greatest court shows of them all. Please bring it back.
Judge Alex Ferrer is much more sensible, entertaining, educated and fair than all of those other judges (Judy, Mathis, Milian) put together! Have no idea what the networks were thinking by taking him off the air. Obviously, they have no idea what “great daytime television” is. If they have any sense, they will BEG him back. Who wants to watch this Wendy Williams who was put in his daytime slot? No one!! Right when I realized Judge Alex wasn’t on at 2:00, the tv was immediately turned OFF. Please do the right thing and bring Judge Alex BACK!!!!!
I can’t believe Judge Alex has been cancelled. I had stopped watching all of the other court shows because of the way they treat people in the court room. But Judge Alex was really fair. And what really sucks is they replaced his show with the Wendy Williams show, really!? Sad day, you will be miss Judge Alex!
Judge Alex was the show with which to “center” yourself. The show was a bright spot among all of the horrors going on around us. He is compassionate, fair, humorous & not least of all he is easy handsome. Please bring Judge Alex back.
We are so sorry that Judge Alex has been cancelled. He was
our favorite show – we taped and watched him every day that he was
on. Margaret and George
I am in shock, total total shock. I can not express my thoughts. Just bring him back. I live and love his show and looked forward to watching him every day. You must bring him back I tell you. You must. Please.
Totally disappointed and upset that Judge Alex has been cancelled. Please bring him back !
Yes I’m upset I watched Judge Alex every day I’m retired Navy