Gallery: Jorge Mario Bergoglio's papacy in pictures
The first Jesuit pope in history and also the first American to be named a prince of the Catholic Church, a figure who never left anyone indifferent.
Argentine newspapers announce the appointment of Francis.
Pope Francis, first Latin American supreme pontiff, died Monday at the age of 88.
On Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital with bronchitis that caused severe breathing difficulties. He was diagnosed pneumonia in both lungs, requiring intensive treatment and raising fears for his well-being. He was finally discharged on March 23.
On Sunday, still convalescing, he appeared on the balcony of the Vatican's St. Peter's Basilica and in a weak voice wished a "happy Easter" to the thousands of faithful gathered there for Easter.
The pope's passing will kick off a series of protocol acts, dictated by tradition and governed by very precise rules.
Pope Francis and Donald Trump during the Republican's first term in office.
Francis and Donald Trump during the first term
Queen Elizabeth II on a visit to the Vatican.
Elizabeth II and the pope
Jorge Mario Bergoglio's San Lorenzo membership card.
The first American and Argentine pope
Barack Obama meets with Pope Francis
Barack Obama with Pope Francis
Francis embraces then pope emeritus, Benedict XVI.
Francis and Benedict XVI
Nancy Pelosi is received at the Vatican by the pope.
Nancy Pelosi and Pope Francis
Jared Kushner, Melania and Ivanka Trump with Francis at the Vatican.
Melania and Ivanka Trump visit Pope Francis
Funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
Funeral of Benedict XVI presided over by Pope Francis
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