- Born
- Died
- Birth nameJoseph Albert Wapner
- Nickname
- Judge Wapner
- Height6′ 1½″ (1.87 m)
- Joseph Wapner was born on November 15, 1919 in Los Angeles, California, USA. He was an actor, known for The People's Court (1981), Sliders (1995) and Malcolm & Eddie (1996). He was married to Mildred (Mickey) Nebenzahl. He died on February 26, 2017 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
- SpouseMildred (Mickey) Nebenzahl(October 24, 1946 - February 26, 2017) (his death, 3 children)
- RelativesMinyoung Jeong(Niece or Nephew)
- Joined the United States Army in 1942 and was a veteran in World War II. Was a recipient of the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star.
- He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Television at 6922 Hollywood Blvd. in Hollywood, CA on November 12, 2009.
- Briefly dated Lana Turner in high school, when she was still known as Judy Turner.
- Law runs in the family: His father was a lawyer. Both of his sons practiced law as well.
- Appointed to the Los Angeles Municipal Court in 1959.
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