Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, was known for his humble lifestyle, including a devotion to soccer and tango, along with progressive stances on various issues such as LGBTQ+ rights and war. Elected on March 13, 2013, he made history as the first pope to serve while his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, was still alive. Known for living modestly in Buenos Aires, where he avoided television, Francis was an impactful figure who left a lasting legacy in the Catholic Church.
Pope Francis, who died at 88 on Monday, was known for his frugal lifestyle, love of tango and taboo-busting comments on a range of issues from wars in Ukraine and Gaza to LGBTQ+ issues.
While serving as the Catholic Church's top official in Argentina, he lived in a simple room in downtown Buenos Aires, heated by a small stove on frigid days.
Francis, then known as Cardinal Bergoglio, was elected on March 13, 2013, after Pope Benedict XVI resigned, becoming the first pope in 600 years to leave office.
I vowed never to watch television again,' he wrote in his autobiography, published in March 2024, reflecting on a vow made after encountering objectionable programming.
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