Frank Caprio Dies: 5 Things to Know About ‘America’s Nicest Judge’

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Frank Caprio Dies: 5 Things About ‘America’s Nicest Judge’

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Judge Frank Caprio Dies at 88

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5 Things to Know About Frank Caprio

DOB & Hometown

November 24, 1936 Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.

Death Date

August 20, 2025 (aged 88) Wakefield, Rhode Island, U.S.

Profession

Chief Judge of the Providence Municipal Court

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Frank Caprio dies: 5 Things About ‘America’s Nicest Judge’

Frank Caprio Dies at 88: A beloved, nicest retired judge from Rhode Island and the host of ‘Caught in Providence’ has died at 88 after fighting pancreatic cancer.

Frank Caprio Dies at 88

Frank Caprio – a retired municipal judge in Rhode Island got popularity online as a ‘caring judge & host’ of ‘Caught in Providence’ took his last breath at the age of 88.

Frank Caprio Dies at 88: Providence municipal court judge Frank Caprio sits on a bench on August 10, 2017.

Frank Caprio died at 88 – his social media accounts said on Wednesday he “passed away peacefully” after “a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer”.

Also Read | Who is Frank Caprio’s wife, Joyce? Meet the woman who supported ‘America’s nicest judge’ for more than 60 years

Frank Caprio posted a short video on his Facebook account last week about how he had “a setback,” was back in the hospital and was asking that people “remember me in your prayers”.

Frank Caprio Dies at 88

Here are 5 Things About Judge Frank Caprio:

Frank Caprio Grew in an Italian-American family

Judge Frank Caprio was born in Providence, Rhode Island in 1936. Frank grew up in an Italian-American family and spent most of his life there. Frank Caprio came from humble beginnings.

Frank Caprio childhood picture: Frank Caprio Dies at 88

Frank Caprio Known As ‘America’s Nicest Judge’

Frank Caprio was popularly known as ‘America’s Nicest Judge.’ He became famous and gained widespread love for his empathetic courtroom conduct. He was lenient – patiently listened to their personal struggles. He mostly dismissed minor infractions with a humanity-driven approach. His warmth and humanity-driven approach in the courtroom won millions of hearts worldwide. He was married to Joyce Caprio.

Also Read | Who is Frank Caprio’s wife, Joyce? Meet the woman who supported ‘America’s nicest judge’ for more than 60 years

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Frank Caprio Served as Chief Municipal Judge

Frank was the chief judge of providence municipal court (1985-2023) until his retirement. His career as a chief judge of Providence municipal court spanned for almost 40 years. “I hope that people will take away that the institutions of government can function very well by exercising kindness, fairness, and compassion in their deliberations. We live in a very contentious society,” he said in 2017. “I would hope that people will see that we can dispense justice without being oppressive.”

Chief Municipal Judge Frank Caprio Dies

Frank Caprio Went Viral on TV Show Caught in Providence

Frank Caprio became an online sensation through his show Caught in Providence from 2018-2020. The show showcased him handling minor violations with utmost grace. His show got multiple Daytime Emmy nominations – while its clips went viral on both YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.

Frank Caprio Was an Inspiration (Always Empathetic)

Frank Caprio was compassionate and his warm way of dealing in the courtroom made him a lovable judge all over the world. His most famous videos have been those where he calls children to the bench and helps pass judgement on their parents. There was one case where he listened emphatically to a woman whose son was killed . Judge Frank dismissed her tickets and a hefty fine of $400.