Judge Frank Caprio, the widely admired reality TV judge known for his compassion and humanity in the courtroom, passed away at the age of 88 on Wednesday after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
The Rhode Island traffic judge rose to global fame through his hit reality show ‘Caught in Providence’, where his warm, empathetic approach to justice touched the hearts of millions. His passing was confirmed through a statement shared on his official Instagram page.
“Judge Frank Caprio passed away peacefully at the age of 88 after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved for his compassion, humility, and unwavering belief in the goodness of people, Judge Caprio touched the lives of millions through his work in the courtroom and beyond. His warmth, humor, and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him,” the statement read.
“He will be remembered not only as a respected judge, but as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. His legacy lives on in the countless acts of kindness he inspired. In his honor, may we each strive to bring a little more compassion into the world — just as he did every day,” it added.