Judge Frank Caprio, known as the world’s nicest judge from his courtroom reality drama Caught in Providence, died at age 88 on Thursday.He was a retired municipal judge in Rhode Island who served for nearly four decades.

US celebrity judge and social media star Frank Caprio has died aged 88, his family has said. His death following a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer was announced on his official Instagram account, where he was remembered for his "warmth" and "unwavering belief in the goodness of people".

Judge Frank Caprio has died after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 88. “Beloved for his compassion, humility and unwavering belief in the goodness of people, Judge Caprio touched the lives of millions through his work in the courtroom and beyond,