Frank Caprio: From “The Nicest Judge in the World” to Forever Legacy – Age 88, Family & Biography
Judge Frank Caprio, famed for his heartwarming rulings and viral TV show Caught in Providence, passed away at the age of 88 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. In this video, we explore his extraordinary life—from humble beginnings in Providence’s Federal Hill, through his long judicial career, to his sudden rise as “the nicest judge in the world.”
• Biography & Early Life – Learn how his immigrant roots, early struggles, and his father’s guiding words shaped his path.
• Judicial Career – A look at nearly four decades as Chief Judge of Providence Municipal Court and his empathetic approach to justice.
• Television & Fame – How Caught in Providence went from local TV to global sensation and earned multiple Daytime Emmy nominations.
• Personal Life & Family – Meet his wife of sixty years, Joyce, their five children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and his devotion to both family and community.
• Final Days & Legacy – His cancer diagnosis, final message from his hospital bed, and the tributes pouring in, including flags flown at half-staff in Rhode Island.
Join us in remembering a man who showed the world that justice can—and should—be tempered with compassion.
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