These Facts About Jerry Springer Prove Why The Worst Show In TV History Is Actually One Of The Best

Early Guests Would Go On The Show To Become Famous

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In its early seasons, The Jerry Springer Show became a place for marginalized groups to get their “15 minutes of fame.” Many people would send in videos explaining why they should be on the show, then come on and demonstrate their “deviant behavior.”

Transgender Comedy Central star Jade Esteban Estrada was one of the early stars.