Judge Frank Caprio, known for viral ‘Caught in Providence’ series, dies at 88

The TV star known as ‘America’s nicest judge’ has died

The 88-year-old starred in the courtroom series Caught in Providence, where he became known for his warm-hearted approach.

Frank Caprio, 'America's nicest judge', dies at 88: Who was he?

Retired Providence Municipal Court Chief Judge Frank Caprio, who was popularly known as 'America's nicest judge', passed away on Wednesday (local time) at the age of 88. Known for his viral clips on social media, Caprio was battling cancer for the last one year Last week, he posted a video on social media, speaking about his health and how the past few days were tough for him. "Last year I asked you to pray for me, and it’s very obvious that you…

'Nicest judge in the world': Frank Caprio dead at 88 after cancer battle, family announces

The longtime stalwart of the Providence bench charmed viewers with humor and a humanist application of law

Reality TV star, Judge Frank Caprio, dead at 88 following battle with pancreatic cancer

Reality TV judge Frank Caprio, known as the 'Nicest Judge in the World' from viral TikTok videos, passed away Wednesday after battling pancreatic cancer.

Judge Frank Caprio, Star Of 'Caught In Providence', Dies At 88 After Cancer Battle

Famous worldwide for his empathetic courtroom moments that went viral online, Caprio became known as the "Nicest Judge in the World."

Who was Frank Caprio? The 'nice', beloved Rhode Island judge dies after cancer battle

Frank Caprio was born in 1936 in the Federal Hill neighborhood of Providence to Italian immigrant parents. Raised in a tight-knit family, he took on various small jobs during his childhood, shining shoes, delivering newspapers, and helping out on a milk truck.