Beloved former judge and Caught in Providence star, Frank Caprio, shared a heartfelt video on December 6, revealing his pancreatic cancer diagnosis at 87. In the emotional clip, he expressed, “This birthday is a little different than any other I have ever had.” Caprio is undergoing treatment in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, stating, “I know this is a long road and I’m fully prepared to fight as hard as I can.”
Requesting prayers from his followers, he emphasized their importance alongside medical treatment, saying, “I am in need of the power of prayer, which I believe is the most powerful weapon to help me survive this.” Elected as Providence Municipal Court Judge in 1985, Caprio’s cases gained popularity through local TV and YouTube. Retiring in January 2023, his legacy endures.