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Sep 19, 2025

Pete

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On This Day September 19 1987 – She's the Sheriff Premiered in Syndication.

On this day September 19 1987, She's the Sheriff premiered in syndication. The sitcom starred Suzanne Somers as Hildy Granger, a widow who takes over as sheriff of a small Nevada town, balancing law enforcement with raising her children.

The show became one of the earliest sitcoms led by a female law enforcement character, blending comedy with family themes. Though it received mixed reviews and lasted just...

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