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Posted: 2025-04-21 20:45:55 UTC
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Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. He was the 266th pope and the first non-European pope after Gregory III. He was also the first Jesuit pope, the first from the Americas, and the first to use the name Francis. He was known for his unique background, including working as a nightclub bouncer and having a chemistry background. He achieved several milestones, including being featured on the cover of Rolling Stone and being named Time's Person of the Year in 2013. He visited 60 states and territories, created about 900 new saints, and beatified 1,355 people.
First non-European pope in centuries
First Jesuit pope
First pope from the Americas
Unique background including nightclub bouncer and chemistry technician
Created numerous new saints and beatified many people
Extensive travels to 60 states and territories