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 two seasons, it gave Somers a memorable return to television following her breakout success on Three’s Company.
80s insight: She’s the Sheriff reflected the 80s push for more women in leading TV roles, blending traditional sitcom humor with themes of independence and resilience.