PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Judge Frank Caprio, who went viral online and in his reality TV show for his empathetic rulings and sense of humor, has died. He was 88.

His death was confirmed Wednesday afternoon in a post to his official Facebook page . The post says he died peacefully after a "long and courageous" battle with pancreatic cancer.

"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," the post continued. "His warmth, humor, and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him."

He served as a judge in the Providence Municipal Court for nearly 40 years, according to WPRI .

The judge posted a video to his Facebook page Tuesday from a hospital bed.

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