Linda Mathis has filed for divorce from her husband, TV judge Greg Mathis, after nearly four decades together. The divorce documents, which were obtained by TMZ, revealed that Linda listed July 17 as the date of separation and cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split. The filing occurred on Thursday.

Since all four of their children are adults, the proceedings will not involve discussions of custody or child support. Judge Mathis is also a grandfather. Additionally, Linda is seeking spousal support and has requested that the court prevent Judge Mathis from receiving any. It is not yet clear whether there is a prenuptial agreement in place.

Greg Mathis, famously known as Judge Mathis, rose to prominence with his long-running reality courtroom show, “Judge Mathis.” His story is as inspiring as it is influential. Born in Detroit in 1960, Mathis found himself tangled with the law as a young man. However, his life took a pivotal turn when he decided to pursue higher education, eventually earning a Juris Doctor degree and becoming a district court judge for Michigan’s 36th District.

His television show, which debuted in 1999, blended legal arbitration with a genuine concern for the people who appear before him. Unlike typical courtroom dramas, “Judge Mathis” was notable for its focus on rehabilitation over punishment, reflecting Mathis’s own life experiences. The show has garnered attention for its empathetic approach and Mathis’s efforts to address the root causes of criminal behavior, such as poverty and lack of education.

Married since the late 1980s, Linda had been a significant support in his life and career. Their marriage came just a few years after Mathis graduated from college, setting the stage for a life dedicated to justice and community service.