- Judge Frank Caprio, the heartwarming star of the reality TV show Caught in Providence, has recently disclosed his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer
- The 87-year-old, known for his compassionate approach in the courtroom, made the announcement in a heartfelt video shared earlier this week
- Caprio, who retired as the Chief Judge Emeritus of the municipal court in Providence earlier this year, revealed that he began feeling unwell
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87-year-old Judge Frank Caprio, renowned for his compassionate approach on the reality TV show Caught in Providence, revealed that he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
The announcement has triggered an outpouring of love and support from fans worldwide.
Caprio, who served as the Chief Judge Emeritus of the municipal court in Providence until his retirement earlier this year, disclosed that he began feeling unwell around his birthday in November.
Subsequent medical examinations delivered the difficult news of pancreatic cancer, a challenging diagnosis that Caprio described as "insidious."
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Despite the gravity of the situation, Caprio conveyed a spirit of resilience and determination.
"I'm being treated by a wonderful team of doctors, both here in Rhode Island and at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts," he shared.
"I know this is a long road, and I’m fully prepared to fight as hard as I can."
The judge, known for his empathetic and understanding demeanour in the courtroom, took a moment to ask for the support of his fans during this challenging time.
"I ask each of you, in your own way, to please pray for me. I am in need of the power of prayer, which I believe, in addition to the medical treatment that I am receiving, is the most powerful weapon to help me survive this."
Caprio's announcement resonated deeply with fans, many of whom took to social media to express their solidarity and offer words of encouragement.
The video, which included images of Caprio undergoing treatment, showcased the beloved judge's strength and vulnerability.
"I know this is a long road, and I’m fully prepared to fight as hard as I can,"Judge Frank Caprio
In addition to his legal career, Caprio's legacy includes touching moments of compassion in the courtroom.
One notable instance involved dismissing a case against a 96-year-old man charged with speeding in a school zone while taking his 63-year-old son, battling cancer, to a doctor’s visit.
As news of Caprio's diagnosis spread, social media platforms were flooded with messages from fans expressing love, prayers, and gratitude for the positive impact the judge has had on their lives.
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