American judge, known globally and on social media, Frank Caprio, has passed away at the age of 88, his family has announced.
The news was announced via the official Instagram account, which confirmed that Judge Caprio had passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer. The announcement remembered him for his love, humor, and unwavering belief in the goodness of people.
His son, David Caprio, thanked all followers for their love and support, inviting them to honor their father's memory through a gesture of kindness:
"Do a little kindness, in his honor."
Beloved by audiences around the world for his sensitivity, humanity, and courtroom jokes, Frank Caprio became known from the television show Caught in Providence, where footage of him judging everyday cases received billions of views on social media, earning him the nickname: "the best judge in the world."
In a message to his 3.4 million Instagram followers, Caprio was remembered as a man who "inspired endless acts of kindness."
"His warmth, humor, and heart left an indelible mark on all who knew him," the post said.
Before becoming a television personality, Frank Caprio worked in the justice system for decades in his hometown of Providence, Rhode Island.
