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Worldwide Homages Expressed in Remembrance of the Late Pope Francis Following His Demise
Pope Francis Tributes Flood In From Around the Globe
In the wake of the Vatican announcing the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88 on Monday, an outpouring of tributes celebrating his life and legacy echoed worldwide.
This is a collection of poignant moments, handpicked by our photo editors.
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While specific salutes to Pope Francis weren't explicitly mentioned by individual figures, Catholics worldwide and global leaders mourned his passing, as reported by both Vatican News and international media[1][4]. Arrangements for public veneration in St. Peter’s Basilica were outlined[1][3][5], but the details provided did not name any dignitaries or religious figures[1][3][5].
Further investigation would be needed to gather a comprehensive list of tributes. Initially, coverage seemed to prioritize procedural details like the medical cause of death and funeral logistics rather than specific tributes[2][5].
- World leaders and Catholics, including those in Seattle, expressed their grief and paid tributes to the late Pope Francis, as reported by various international news outlets.
- General news stories flooded the entertainment industry with tributes to the beloved, humble, and charismatic Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88.
- Amid the outpouring of tributes, aged individuals everywhere took to social media to share their personal reflections, remembering the Pope as a symbol of hope during the aging process.
- Aging pontiffs from around the world, including retired Popes, also sent in their heartfelt tributes to honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff.

