Aug. 21 (UPI) — Frank Caprio judge for the Providence Municipal Court in Rhode Island has died, his son, David Caprio announced. He was 88 years old.

Frank Caprio shared the news on his father’s social media accounts, stating Frank Caprio passed away “peacefully” and “surrounded by family.

Frank Caprio was known for his show Caught in Providence, which received multiple Daytime Emmy award nominations, and he often went viral on TikTok for his compassion as he gained the title of “Nicest Judge in the World.”

“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. His warmth, humor, and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him,” a post on his social media account stated.

In 2023, Caprio was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He shared his diagnosis in a social media post. His last radiation treatment was in the following May.

Caprio grew up in Rhode Island and earned a bachelor’s degree from Providence College. In his post-graduate time, he stayed in the capital city to teach American Government at Hope High School.

During his time teaching, he studied law at night at the Suffolk University School of Law in Boston, where he founded the Antonio “Tup” Caprio Scholarship Fund.

Arrangements for his funeral have not yet been announced.