Judge Frank Caprio’s Funeral to Be Livestreamed Worldwide on August 29
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Fans across the globe will have the chance to bid a final farewell to Judge Frank Caprio, the beloved “nicest judge in the world,” whose funeral mass will be livestreamed on Friday, August 29.
Caprio, who passed away on August 21 at the age of 88 following a long battle with pancreatic cancer, was best known for presiding over Caught in Providence, the courtroom show that brought his compassion, humor, and humanity to millions of viewers worldwide. His unique approach to justice — giving second chances and treating people with dignity — earned him international admiration and a following of millions on social media.
His family announced the arrangements earlier this week, confirming that the funeral will take place at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence. While locals are welcome to attend in person, the Caprio family has made the decision to stream the service live through their official Facebook and YouTube channels.
“We’d like to thank you for your tremendous outpouring of love and support for us during this very difficult time,” his son said in a heartfelt statement. “We’ve been getting thousands of requests from people around the world who would like to join us to pray with us at my father’s funeral mass. So we will be livestreaming the mass. Any of you who would like to join us and pray with us, you can do so.”
Caprio’s long career in public service began in 1985, when he was appointed to the Providence Municipal Court. Over nearly four decades on the bench, he became a trusted figure in Rhode Island and beyond, earning a Daytime Emmy nomination in 2021 for Caught in Providence.
Though he retired in 2023, Caprio remained a symbol of empathy and kindness, often reminding defendants, “I don’t wear a badge under my robe, I wear a heart.” His courtroom exchanges — particularly those involving children helping to decide minor cases — became viral sensations, offering viewers around the world a reminder that justice can be tempered with compassion.
The livestream of Judge Caprio’s funeral is expected to draw viewers worldwide, as fans, colleagues, and loved ones join together to honor a man whose legacy of fairness, warmth, and humanity will continue to echo far beyond the courtroom.