Patricia DiMango, Hot Bench, Age, Bio, Husband, Salary and Net Worth
Biography
Patricia DiMango is a retired New York Supreme Court Justice from Kings County and a well-known television personality. She currently serves as one of three judges—alongside Tanya Acker and Adam Levy—on Tribunal Justice, a series created by Judge Judy Sheindlin that premiered on Freevee in June 2023.
Previously, DiMango gained national recognition as one of the judges on the courtroom reality series Hot Bench, also created by Judge Judy. She served on the show alongside Judges Tanya Acker, Larry Bakman, Michael Corriero, and courtroom bailiff Sonia Montejano.
Career
Before embarking on her judicial career, DiMango worked as a public school teacher and a college professor in New York City.
In 1995, she was appointed as a Judge of the Criminal Court of the City of New York by Mayor Rudolph Giuliani. She became an Acting Justice of the New York State Supreme Court (2nd Judicial District) in 1998 and was later elected as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Kings County in 2002.
During her judicial career, DiMango presided over numerous high-profile cases involving homicides, child-related crimes, and hate crimes.
Notably, in 2013, she became involved in the case of Kalief Browder, a young man who spent over three years in Rikers Island without trial. On his 31st court appearance, Judge DiMango ordered his release.
In addition to her courtroom work, DiMango made a guest appearance as a judge in Season 13, Episode 1 of Blue Bloods.
Education
A Brooklyn native, DiMango earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Brooklyn College (City University of New York), followed by a Master of Arts from Columbia University’s Teachers College. She later obtained her Juris Doctor from St. John’s University School of Law.
Television Career
DiMango transitioned to television in 2014 as one of the original judges on Hot Bench, a courtroom show created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. She served on the show until 2022, contributing to its unique format of a three-judge panel deliberating cases . In 2023, she joined Tribunal Justice, another court show created by Sheindlin, alongside judges Tanya Acker and Adam Levy.
Judicial Career
In 1995, DiMango was appointed as a Judge of the Criminal Court of the City of New York by Mayor Rudolph Giuliani. She became an Acting Justice of the New York State Supreme Court in 1998 and was elected as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Kings County in 2002. During her tenure, she presided over numerous high-profile cases, including those involving homicides, crimes against children, and hate crimes. Notably, in 2013, she ordered the release of Kalief Browder, a young man who had been held at Rikers Island for over three years without trial.
Hot Bench
DiMango was a core member of Hot Bench, which debuted in September 2014. The show was a hit in daytime television, ranking as the third-highest first-run program, drawing around 3.2 million daily viewers during the 2017–2018 season. Hot Bench was renewed for multiple seasons, solidifying DiMango’s reputation as a trusted and charismatic legal figure on television.
Patricia DiMango Age
Patricia DiMango is 71 years old as of 2025. She was born on May 19, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York.
Family/ Parents
She is the daughter of Mafalda and Anthony DiMango. Her mother, Mafalda, was a prominent education leader who served on Community School Board 20 and the District 20 Community Educational Council for over five decades. Mafalda was an advocate for child welfare and educational reforms before passing away on August 2, 2018, at the age of 91. Patricia has one sister, Joanne DiMango-Orr, who is a retired educator.
Married/ Husband
DiMango tends to keep her personal life private. However, it is known from a New York Times article that she was once married but later divorced due to personal differences. Details about her current relationship status have not been publicly disclosed.
Height
Approximately 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters).
Salary
While working on Tribunal Justice, DiMango reportedly earns about $20,000 per episode. During her tenure as a Supreme Court judge, her salary was estimated around $298,500 annually.
Net Worth
As of 2025, Patricia DiMango’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million.
