And yet, back in the day, Sheindlin was ready to give it all up for family.

All my friends were getting married."

In 2006, Sheindlin and Nicole joined forces to create the mentoring programHer Honor Mentoring.

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As for her 13 grandchildren, Sheindlin toldEntertainment Tonightshe spoils them rotten.

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