Frank Carpio, Beloved 'Caught in Providence' Judge, Passes Away – Details

Before his passing, he made one last public appearance — not in a courtroom, but from a hospital bed, asking the public to keep him in their thoughts.

Judge Frank Caprio, best known for his compassionate rulings on the television show "Caught in Providence," has died at 88. His family announced his death on his Instagram page on August 20, 2025.

Widely known as "The Nicest Judge in the World," Caprio earned national admiration for his warmth, humor, and belief in the goodness of people. Millions came to know him through televised court sessions where his empathy and fairness left a lasting impression.

"His warmth, humor, and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him," the family said in the statement. "He will be remembered not only as a respected judge, but as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend."

In one of his final public messages, shared from his hospital bed in a video posted to Instagram, Caprio said: "Unfortunately I've had a setback, I'm back in the hospital now and I'm coming to you again asking you to remember me in your prayers once more."

According to the family's statement, Caprio passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. "In his honor, may we each strive to bring a little more compassion into the world — just as he did every day," the post concluded. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.