Judge Frank Caprio, who went viral for making compassionate decisions in the courtroom, has passed away, according to his official social media page.
A photo announcing the judge's death was shared on Instagram on Wednesday afternoon, revealing that the judge died after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
The title reads: "Loved for compassion, humility, and an unwavering belief in the goodness of people, Judge Caprio touched the lives of millions of people through his work in the courtroom and beyond. His warmth, humor and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him."
He is remembered as a respected judge, husband, father, devoted grandfather, and more... and his loved ones hope that people will try to show as much compassion as Caprio did during his lifetime.
Caprio became a judge in 1985, becoming famous for his show "Caught in Providence," which aired from 2018 to 2020 and received several Daytime Emmy Award nominations. He retired as a judge in 2023.
Judge Caprio drew attention to the cancellation of traffic fines for people who shared personal stories, and clips from "Caught in Providence" received millions of views online in recent years.