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?
I am truly shock to hear that his show has been cut..he was the BEST judge…because of who he was and plus that he use to be a police officer. Today I was trying to contact Judge Alex about a personal issue. Would you kindly let me know if he will still be involved in arbitration, or will he be replaced.
I was very upset to learn that Judge Alex has been cancelled. TV always has a way of getting rid of the good shows and keeping the bad ones. I really enjoyed Judge Alex his cases his sense of humor and his handsome appearance. Hopefully I will get to see him on another project on television soon. Good luck Judge and keep up the good work.
This is terrible, Judge Alex, in my opinion, is one of the top rated shows on T V. Surely Fox could reconsider this action.
i love judge alex never miss him! he is the best and so funny!
I am so disappointed. I throughly enjoy the show and Judge Alex’s often humorous approach to cases. I also appreciate his professionalism. I can only hope he will be back sooner rather than l ater.
An absolute shame!!! By far the best Judge show on T. V. He is a true professional and it shows throughout the show.
I am so disappointed. He was the best of them all. I can’t believe divorce court has been renewed and not this one. I hope we will have something to look forward to from him in the future.
I wish only the best for him and I AM SO SAD
I am so disappointed! Judge Alex, in my opinion, was the best ‘judge’ show on. I don’t know how he was rated the lowest of five. If I ever had to go before a TV judge it would be him. He’s down to earth, sometimes some humor on his show but it doesn’t have any effect on the facts or outcome, he is very likeable, respectful ( more than I can say for Judge Judy!) and fair. I hope some station picks him up and he’s back on. Shame on FOX !!!
Love watching Judge Alex. Got my grandchildren hooked also. He is caring as well as fair, impartial and stern when he needs to be. I really love his sense of humor. I am so sad to see him go. Someone needs to pick up a show for him. How about a sitcom. I’d watch.
What an outrage! The Neighbors, now Judge Alex!? Why, when there is such an abundance of crap on TV, the good ones get canned? Nope, the great ones. I watch a lot of court type tv, but Judge Alex was my fave. I’d be in a for a letter writing campaign.
I was saddened to learn that the Judge Alex show had been canceled. I would DVR the show every day so that I could come home from work and slip into something comfortable and watch “my” Judge Alex show. I hope another station picks the show. Please know that you will truly be missed by this loyal fan. Take care!
I am mad. I’ve noticed Judge Alex was only on for one thirty minute show and wondered what was up. I checked with Google and found his show has been cancelled. I can’t believe it, as he has one of the best Judge shows on TV. I am really hoping one of the other channels snatches him up…and soon! Alex, if you are reading this, I want you to know you will truly be missed. You are a credit to your profession and a great role model.
Judge Alex’s TV show is the best regardless of the ratings. Judge Alex never insults the people in front of him nor does he brag about his abilities. He makes his decisions by listening to the facts and explaining the law while applying the law. He is fair and just. Justice prevails. I have great admiration and respect for Judge Alex. The show brings insight and value to the viewers. He represents democracy at its best and makes me proud to be an American. I would be thrilled if the network would reconsider their decision and reinstate Judge Alex’s show.
Judge Alex’s TV show is the best out of the five regardless of the ratings. The other court TV shows have allowed the judges to become the focal point. He never insults the people in front of him nor does he brag about his abilities. He is the only TV Judge that I would go in front of because he makes his decision by listening to the facts and explaining the law while applying the law. He is fair and just. Justice prevails. I have great admiration and respect for Judge Alex. It is a shame that FOX network can’t… Read more »
So how do we start a letter writing campaign? I agree completely with you. He is respectful and sometimes playful, but almost never demeaning. Love him.
Agree with the comments about Judge Alex’s demeanor and wish the decision to cancel could be undone. It is the only judge show that I watch because he is a likeable person.
I have seen him on other TV news shows and Alex Ferrer’s personality does not change, in different formats. Hopefully, the producers of the show will change their minds.
Hugely disappointed by this. Judge Alex has been my favorite for many years. He brought a lot of real life to his show.