His TV show “Caught in Providence,” which highlights his day-to-day life reviewing traffic cases and misdemeanors in Rhode Island, became syndicated around the country in 2018 for five years. Thanks to social media, it turned the 87-year-old into a recognized figure around the world.
What has captivated Caprio’s millions of fans over the past year is his ongoing battle with pancreatic cancer, which he completed treatment for a few weeks ago. The octogenarian decided to go public with his diagnosis to motivate others, hoping his survival would be an inspiration. He said he is doing well so far but is relying on prayers.
“It’s not a pleasant experience to go to bed at night, say your prayers. And suddenly you have one extra thing you have to ask for. And that is, please help the treatment be successful for the pancreatic cancer. And I think we’re on the way,” said Caprio.
The kindness and compassion that Caprio showed in the courtroom are finding their way back to him in the form of letters and gifts. There are thousands for him, with heartfelt messages pouring in from some of the judge’s more famous fans, including actors Viola Davis and Sebastian Maniscalco and singer Jewel.
