Doug Llewelyn | |
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Born | Douglas Steele Llewelyn November 26, 1938 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
Alma mater | University of South Carolina |
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Years active | 1960-present |
Known for | The People's Court |
Spouse |
Dale Waterson (m. 1962) |
Children | 2 |
Douglas Steele Llewelyn (born November 26, 1938) is an American television personality, best known as the original host of the court show The People's Court from 1981 to 1996. Previously a news reporter, Llewelyn has produced numerous television specials, including The Mystery of Al Capone's Vaults in 1986, and launched Judge Judy in 1996. Llewelyn subsequently returned to hosting The People's Court from 2016 to 2023.