Judge Judy Sheindlin was awarded the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center “Cherish the Child Award.” Judge Judy, as she is lovingly called, has one of the most popular courtroom programs on television. Her courtroom show is one of the top five syndicated series. Her quick wit and no-nonsense approach to everyday courtroom drama had made her a household name. She is a long-time advocate of women’s rights as anyone can see watching her in court. She wears the judge’s robe with such grace and common sense. The audiences love it when she says, “I am smarter than you are and you can’t pull the wool over my eyes.”

She can see right through a person who lies because of her vast knowledge and experience.

Recognized worldwide television personality Larry King gave Judge Judy the award at the luncheon. King has hosted the Larry King Live show on CNN for more than 20 years. He was a long-time friend of Frank Sinatra. King was also honored with the “Very Special Uncle” recognition at the luncheon. King has been a member and uncle of the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center Uncle donor Club since 1994.

The ever-lovely Barbara Sinatra, founder and chairwoman, said she was proud that Judge Judy and King would make time from their busy schedules to come to this very special Luncheon for her Children’s Center. She said, “Together, we can make a difference and we are making a difference. One child at a time, one family at a time, one day at a time. If not us, who will?”

The Miramonte Resort hosted the luncheon with the promise of donating five percent of all proceeds from their Mother’s Day Brunch to the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center. St. Johns donated the gift bags.

Susan Reynolds, executive vice president for the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center, announced there would be one special prize for a lucky person that signed up to be an uncle or aunt that day. She also explained the Center’s mission.

The Center provides counseling for victims of physical, sexual and emotional child abuse. They focus on prevention and education to break the cycle of abuse. No one is turned away because of an inability to pay for services.

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